Communications Specialist, Global Futures Laboratory

71967BR

Campus: Tempe

Communications Specialist

Job Description

Are you a driven writer who would like to directly shape and inspire a thriving future for everyone? The Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory is charting a course for global habitability and increased well-being, and we need someone to help craft the new language and messaging for this endeavor and direct activities to tell our stories.

On behalf of the vice president and vice provost of Global Futures and the leadership of the Global Futures Laboratory, you will develop a new lexicon that positions the work of the Global Futures Laboratory as a unique leader and then craft stories and narratives specifically created for a regular digitally oriented multi-media communications channel (still to be established) and other established outlets and channels. Additionally, you will collaborate with a diverse team to host a biennial convening of global leaders and stakeholders for the Global Futures Conference (inaugural event is scheduled for Fall 2022).

This position advanced writing skills, a strong feel for how to depict and share the deep expertise and innovative projects and programs of the laboratory, and an experienced ability to translate academic research (from all disciplines including humanities, arts, hard sciences, design and engineering) into compelling pieces that will inspire people to want to join ASU and the Global Futures Laboratory in any number of capacities to help shape potential futures of opportunity, not sacrifice. Our goal, in order to drive substantive impact, is to have these communications reach and engage an audience of at least 1 million annually.

Job Family

Publicity & Promotion

Department Name

Global Futures Laboratory

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

KNOWLEDGE ENTERPRISE DEV

Grant Funded Position

This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$49,133 - $55,000 per year, DOE

Close Date

07-October-2021

Essential Duties

• Work with and directly report to the Vice President and Vice Provost of Global Futures to create and refine the language and messaging central to communicating the vision, mission, impacts and outputs of the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory.
• Work with the Knowledge Enterprise’s Assistant Director of Strategic Marketing and Communications to reflect the work of the communications and marketing portfolio of the Global Futures Laboratory, including its College of Global Futures, Global Institute of Sustainability and Innovation, Rob and Melani Walton Sustainability Solutions Service and wide array of network and engagement programs, as well as the 570+ scientists and scholars conducting sustainability, complexity and sociotechnics research.
• Research, plan, develop and write news, stories, op-eds, web content and other materials for a wide variety of audiences.
• Oversee the content and interactive development of the still-to-be-developed digital journal.
• Participate in strategic communications planning and brainstorming for laboratory projects and initiatives.
• Conduct background research and interview faculty, students, project leads and other stakeholders to get necessary information.
• Edit and proofread content for clarity, accuracy and ASU style.
• Stay abreast of ASU news and external news related to Global Futures focus areas, as well as trends and best practices in communications and marketing especially social media.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, Communications, Marketing, Education or a related field AND four (4) years of related work experience in the development of comprehensive and creative communication; OR Eight (8) years of related work experience; OR Any equivalent combination of experience and or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.  Certificates from recognized programs that verify mastery of tools and techniques relevant to the assignment may substitute for up to six (6) months of experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of effective written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices of communication and marketing methods and techniques with a comprehensive understanding of digital media best practices.
• Evidence of meticulous editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience interviewing experts to glean key information.
• Experience in conveying complex information clearly, concisely and accurately to a lay audience.
• Experience in managing multiple projects independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience in working collaboratively on a team and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Demonstrated knowledge of design and creative communication styles as elements of storytelling and narrative development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AP style.
• Experience in leadership and collaboration.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with faculty, staff, students and community members.
• Demonstrated research, publication, and presentation experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications (particularly Word and PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite (particularly InDesign).

SUBMIT AT LEAST FOUR DIGITAL WRITING SAMPLES IN COVER LETTER. ( Please see application instructions for additional details). 

Working Environment

• Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer; bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties.
• Regular review of completed tasks.

Department Statement

For the fifth year in a row, ASU has been named the most innovative school in the nation, recognizing the university's culture of groundbreaking research and partnerships, as well as its commitment to helping students thrive in college and beyond. U.S. News and World Report has named ASU as the most innovative university all five years the category has existed.

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Background Check Statement

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Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position. A minimum of four digital writing samples are required for consideration. This can be via GogleDocs, Dropbox, ect. Please include link(s) of writing samples in cover letter. 

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.