MARKETING & MEDIA ASST (TEMP)

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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached to the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History is seeking a part-time Marketing & Communications Assistant.

The Marketing & Communications Assistant will work closely with the Marketing & Communications Manager to implement marketing and communications strategies required to carry out the museum's educational and public service mission.
This position will be supervised by the Marketing & Communications Manager.

This is a non-exempt, part-time (16 hours weekly), temporary position.
This position is expected to last through January of  2025, with the possibility of extension.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Who We Are

About the Museum
The spectacular new University of Michigan Museum of Natural History (UMMNH) opened in 2019 in the award-winning, state-of-the art Biological Sciences Building (BSB) after moving from its former home next door. The new museum puts the building's science on display, highlights current U-M research, and welcomes visitors of all ages and backgrounds. With changing and interactive exhibits, a landmark Planetarium & Dome Theater, two public hands-on labs, and all-new programs, UMMNH is an exciting and important new STEM educational resource and a destination for the public. Marketing and communications efforts support the new museum by driving attendance, sales, and awareness as well as membership and fundraising materials and initiatives.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care: that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

Responsibilities*

• Collaborate with Marketing & Communications Manager to plan, coordinate and execute internal and external marketing and communications efforts across the museum.
• Assist with content development for print and web-based marketing promotion for a variety of media including departmental websites and social media sites, e-newsletters, targeted emails, podcasts, etc.
• Prepare and coordinate distribution of communications materials including newsletters, brochures, manuals, websites, social media content, etc. 

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma required.
• One to two years of professional experience creating and delivering targeted content for an audience.
• Experience using Adobe design programs, especially Illustrator and InDesign.
• Demonstrated ability to manipulate text and graphics to accommodate a wide range of design specifications and media.
• Working knowledge of graphic design, multimedia authoring, and site-oriented web development (i.e. working with a Content Management System such as WordPress to edit and update a website)
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build productive relationships with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and others. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills, including accuracy and attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Interest in principles, practice, and procedure of marketing, communications, public relations, media relations, and social media.
• Interest in photography/videography.
• Must be flexible and able to work with changing schedules. 

Desired Qualifications*

• Basic videography and/or photography skills.
• Graphic design education and/or experience.
• Scientific writing and/or interest in science content.
• Experience working in an academic environment.
• Experience with paid advertising campaigns.

Additional Information

This part time position will have the option of a remote work schedule to be negotiated on hire. 

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. 

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.