Multimedia Communications Coordinator

12-Jul-2024

Harvard Kennedy School

66111BR

Job Summary

The Carr Center seeks a Multimedia Communications Coordinator to support the broad communications activities of the Center. The Carr Center has a small and collaborative team, and the Coordinator is expected to work under light supervision with the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a self-motivated, flexible, proactive, and detail-oriented manner. They should have the foresight to plan, the judgment to check in advance on sensitive concerns, and a problem-solving approach when dealing with a range of projects.  

Reporting to and working closely with the Director of Communications (Director), the Multimedia Communications Coordinator performs a wide range of complex communications duties within the Carr Center for Human Rights Policy agenda as set by the Director and Center leadership. This position works regularly with staff, fellows, and other constituents within and outside of Harvard. The Center seeks a creative person to implement graphic design assignments, regular social media maintenance, weekly communications, publication production, event documentation, and website maintenance.  

Position Description

Responsible for implementing the overall design and illustrative/graphic /visuals for use in Center publications, scholarly work, and events, in close collaboration with the Director. Serves as principal coordinator for graphic publication production while managing a prescribed budget. Works collaboratively with the Director of Communications, vendors, and other stakeholders.  

Graphic Design and Publication Coordination:

• Coordinates all administrative aspects of production, including preparing final designs for presentation, checking and approving color, copy, text format separations, and scaling images for print production. Ensures that all parties are informed of and meet deadlines.  
• Prepares layouts, designs, artwork and formats for use in publication design and social media;  
• In close collaboration with Director, designs, lays out, and produces artwork such as graphs, maps, charts, posters, logos, signs and report covers, as needed;  
• Coordinates all aspects of production, often of multiple publications; using desktop publishing or other publication-specific software tools;  
• Coordinate relationship with vendors; preparing specifications and obtaining estimates for final approval;  
• May handle copyright, reprint, and permission processes;  
• May provide information to faculty, students and staff regarding design of publication;  
• Coordinate post-production activities, such as mailing, mail house arrangements, coordinating copyright registration, and permissions activities.  

Multimedia communications:

• Administers the Center’s social media platforms, mailing lists, and weekly newsletter communications;  
• Maintains the Center website and makes edits to pages; adds news stories, podcast episodes, and new affiliates;
• Produces interesting and creative content such as photo and video, animations, infographics, etc.;  
• Take photographs at events; maintain photo, clip and contact files; may organize and oversee photo shoots, and related events as directed;
• Coordinates dissemination of Center’s bi-weekly podcast with Director, including creating social media graphics, posting and disseminating final episodes on various platforms;
• Performs related duties as needed.   

Basic Qualifications

At least 1 year of communications related experience. Related internships will count toward experience. Demonstrated skills with design and publication software such as Adobe suite of products.  

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• At least three years of graphic arts and publications experience with proven project management skills preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of printing, publishing and/or graphics art procedures and related computer software.
• Skills with data visualization highly desired.
• Ability to work across teams and with a variety of projects, vendors and constituencies.
• Requires strong knowledge of desktop publishing and/or graphics software packages.
• Relevant skills test may be required during the interview process.
• Portfolio of graphic design, publications, or related communications design work desired. 
• College degree in Fine Arts is a plus

Additional Information

This position is a fully benefits-eligible term appointment ending June 30, 2025, with possibility of renewal.

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This is a hybrid position based on our campus in Cambridge, MA.  As a campus-based institution, we place a high value on the in-person experience, cross-team collaboration, and strong community building in order to create a vibrant campus for our students, faculty, staff, and research fellows. The position is required to work in-person on campus a minimum of three days per week during the academic year. Specific days and schedule will be determined between you and your manager.

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Salary Range : $59,027 - $93,064
Note: Starting salaries typically fall in the lower half of the salary range; however, they are ultimately determined by the scope of the position, the candidate's relevant experience, and internal equity. 

Work Format Details

This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

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• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

General Administration

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code

403134 Coordinator I

Work Format

Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Department

Carr Center for Human Rights Policy

Union

55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Appointment End Date

30-Jun-2025

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