| Title: Production and Analytics Specialist Position Type: Full-Time Location: Washington, DC What we do and offer our team AGU is a global community of 118,000 Earth and space scientists, advocates and experts. As the Production and Analytics Specialist, you will be part of a dynamic association that publishes peer-reviewed journals and scientific books and convenes the largest Earth and space science meeting in the world. Through our initiatives, such as mentoring, professional development and awards, AGU upholds and fosters an inclusive and diverse scientific community.? AGU offers our employees great benefits, including flexible work schedules, retirement savings options, as well as health, dental, life and disability insurance. AGU also provides exciting opportunities for professional development and tuition support. AGU’s Workplace Values We believe in accountability and ownership of work, by taking responsibility for decisions and results. We believe in member and customer service, and that they come first through providing high quality service. We believe in excellence and giving it our all, through striving to be outstanding. We believe in integrity by doing the right thing, we achieve this by being honest and fair. Our teams believe that with teamwork together we achieve more, we achieve this through collaboration. We believe in respect, that you earn it and give it, by open communication and collaboration. What the Production and Analytics Specialist does AGU is recognized as an innovator among scientific organizations and a world leader in advancing Earth and space sciences. We strive to lead by pioneering new ways to grow the exchange of scientific knowledge, encouraging the emergence of new and convergent fields of study, evolving our programs and operations as we anticipate the changing needs and expectations of our global community, and leveraging our science to help society. Eos is the news magazine of AGU. The publication reports daily on innovative Earth and space science results, produces in-depth features on research tends in the geosciences, and works with scientist authors to provide unique, behind-the-scenes perspectives on how they answer the most fascinating questions about the way our world works. The Production and Analytics Specialist position is key in assisting operations and production of Eos.org and supporting the development of programming that enables Eos to make strides in its mission to publish engaging and educational science content for a broad audiences. This position reports to the Manager, Production and Operations. - Supports the production team with preparing articles for publication on Eos.org, including identifying images and multimedia, to ensure that Eos.org meets the highest publishing standards in style and accuracy.
- Manages Eos social media platforms and provides weekly analytics reports for Eos.org, newsletters, and other content as needed.
- Consults with editorial staff and suggests complementary content regarding multimedia storytelling, including but not limited to minor video and audio editing, creating digital photo galleries, and integrating existing Eos content into new platforms.
- Supports development of novel Eos projects that support its mission to create content that engages a broad audience, including the science-engaged public, those curious about science as a career, and an increasingly international readership.
- Coordinates with the Editor in Chief and acts as project manager for exciting new programs that leverage Eos content for these audiences.
- Administers the Eos article proposal system by tracking and following up on tasks for the Editor in Chief and Science Advisers, logging and tracking submissions and reviews, and drafting decision letters. Provides quarterly analytics on submission data.
- Administers and tracks activity on Eos’s editorial and workflow production platform, including creating new folders for editors, instructing scientist authors on how to use the platform, and archiving published items.
- Supports the production of the monthly Eos print magazine.
- Other duties as assigned.
What the Production and Analytics Specialist brings to the team - 5+ years of experience in project management, operations, publishing, education, or related field, with a Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in a membership association/not-for-profit and/or scientific or technical organization preferred.
- Exceptional analytical, research, organizational, project management, and communications skills. Should include experience with a variety of communications channels, including websites, newsletters, social media, and apps.
- Solid interpersonal and teamwork skills, and experience in seeking input from across the organization and implementing plans in concert with other departments.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, both independently and as part of a team, in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, as well as multi-task and set priorities in a flexible manner to address changing needs.
- Demonstrated ability to produce and edit multimedia, including images, video, and audio.
- Proficiency with Microsoft suite of products, including Excel and Word, as well as Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign and Photoshop.
- Proficiency with Google Analytics or Google Data Studio, Google Tag Manager, AdWords, WordPress, and HTML.
- Ability to exercising highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters.
- Ability to travel.
To Apply: For consideration, please submit your cover letter and resume to https://rew12.ultipro.com/AME1056/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?__JobID=394 The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. AGU proudly offers a casual work environment, excellent compensation, generous work-life opportunities, and an outstanding benefits package. AGU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
