Specialist, Communications

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for creating content to promote the Seminarys objectives and helping to create positive associations with the Seminarys audiences within the church and the public.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with faculty and staff from various departments to develop content for Concordia Seminarys print and digital communications
• Research, conduct interviews, write articles and edit copy for the Seminarys magazine, e-newsletters and other publications
• Compose and distribute news releases, develop social media content and assist with email marketing campaigns
• Assist in creating and editing content for Seminary websites
• Source images to accompany written material
• Assist in the development and execution of social media strategy and policy for Concordia Seminary
• Assist in planning and executing Seminary events
• Ensure that work is well-written, accurate and on deadline
• Collaborate with the Communications team to ensure consistency of Seminary branding messages across all channels and platforms
• Use project management software

ANCILLARY DUTIES:

• Remain current on emerging technology in integrated marketing communications
• Assist with photography and video to complement story telling
• Adhere to Associated Press style, Seminary style and other communications style guides as identified

QUALIFICATIONS:

Work Experience Requirements

• Exceptional written and oral communications skills
• Three years of experience in writing and editing required
• Must be able to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
• Must be available for occasional evenings and weekends to cover campus-related events as required
Member in good standing with LCMS-affiliated congregation preferred, but not required

Education Requirements

• Bachelors degree in English, communications or journalism or related degree required

Technical Skills

• Experience in a cross-platform environment (Mac/PC) using applications including Microsoft Office
• Dexterity in using social media websites and management systems, such as Hootsuite
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite applications is a plus