Digital Content Strategist - UT Libraries, Marketing & Communications - UTK

Job Description

As a member of the University Libraries Department of Marketing and Communications, works with team members, administration, and stakeholders to support the overall mission of the Libraries. This individual uses established practices, principles, and industry standards to plan, create and implement the University Libraries social media strategy for the main library and branch libraries. Supports the college's marketing and communication goals and serves as the primary account holder of the Libraries' main accounts. This position works independently to create original content and to curate content that reflects an understanding of the principles of SEO best practices within existing brand guidelines and current accessibility standards. Responsible for analyzing engagement data, identifying trends in use of social media by higher education institutions, and planning and executing digital campaigns to build community online. Determines the best way to communicate with a variety of audiences including students, faculty, staff, and the community. Works independently in creating and developing original content. Uses professional judgment to create and post content that best represents the Libraries and University.

Responsibilities

Oversees execution of social media strategies, gathers analytics and provides insights, and makes adjustments along the way.Understands audience behavior and actively builds and engages social media audiences through established and emerging platformsPlans, creates, and shares timely and relevant content to audiences across all Libraries social media platformsActively monitors comments, mentions, conversations, and tags to maximize user engagement and support the reputation of the LibrariesIn collaboration with the director of marketing and communications, creates and maintains digital content plan that works within the Libraries' overarching content plan as well as meets the strategic priorities of the department.Serves as strategic partner with Libraries units and departments with regards to planning and execution of social media across Libraries accountsMeets as part of team and individually with stakeholders about ongoing digital projects.Determines needs and timeline for new website content and functionality and social media content.Monitors the activity of Libraries accounts, looking for opportunities to elevate content and scanning for emerging issuesManages an office-wide content calendar for posting dynamic content on the appropriate platforms to support campaigns, events, milestones, and other opportunities that help to build, engage, and inform audiencesActively obtains university-wide and college-wide content from various sources for sharing.Administrative tasks, including emailing and liaising with stakeholders; and attending staff and project planning meetings.Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education : Bachelor's degree

Experience :

1-2 years of professional experience directly related to duties and responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

Advanced knowledge of social media platforms and demonstrated ability to manage professional social media accountsDemonstrated understanding of social media and web best practices, web accessibility standards, SEO, and the ability to execute them and ability to train othersSkills in industry-standard softwareProfessionalism and the ability to communicate with multiple audiencesKnowledge of the principles of effective communication, marketing, advertising (particularly in online media and social media)Excellent short burst writing and editing skillsAbility to assess situations, adapt swiftly, and devise innovative solutionsAbility to meet deadlines and adapt to changing prioritiesDemonstrated effective decision-making skills and ability to maintain composure and deliver optimal performance during high-pressure situationsAbility to work well independently and as a member of a collaborative teamAbility to build and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction through effective service and relationship management

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

2 years of professional experience directly related to duties and responsibilitiesExperience managing higher education social media accounts.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

Demonstrated knowledge of WordPress or other content management systemExperience evaluating analytics and creating reports summarizing effectiveness of contentSkilled in videographyAdvanced photography and photo editing skillsKnowledge of higher educationAdvanced knowledge of marketing and communications strategiesAdvanced knowledge of emerging web and social technologiesExperience building online forms and surveysExperience with project management

Work Location

Knoxville, TN On-siteCompensation and Benefits

UT market range : MR09Find more information on the UT Market Range structure hereFind more information on UT Benefits here

Application Instructions

To be considered for candidacy, you must submit a cover letter and a resume.

About The College / Department / Division

The University of Tennessee Libraries serves as the flagship campus of Tennessee's premier public research university. The University of Tennessee holds the Carnegie Foundation Research 1 designation, granted to doctoral universities with very high research activity. You can learn more about UT Libraries at

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About Us

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