| Location: Hyde Park Campus Job Description: Unit-specific Responsibilities 1) Develop and execute strategic communications plan in support of the TMW Centerâ™s work to ensure alignment with mission including conceptualizing and creating communications collateral, pitching media outlets, cultivating high-profile speaking engagements, leveraging university resources and professionals, overseeing online and social media presence, and more; 2) Create and edit communications collateral including press releases, web and social media content, internal- and external-facing newsletters, feature articles, one-pagers, talks, and other materials; 3) Lead ongoing management of TMW Centerâ™s website including regular content updates, functionality and growth; 4) Lead ongoing management of TMW Centerâ™s social media presence including the generation of content, building engagement, and increasing followers across all related channels; 5) Oversee content calendar for websites, social media platforms and other forms of regular communication; 6) Lead cultivation and pitching to media outlets; 7) Lead cultivation of speaking engagements for Co-Directors and other senior leaders to raise the profile of the TMW Center and its senior leadership; 8) Oversee and facilitate support for senior leadership with writing and the creation of visual assets for speaking engagements; 9) Collaborate with university communications professionals to facilitate leveraging their resources and partners, including online, print and social media, in support of TMW Centerâ™s work; 10) Oversee the utilization of tools and methodologies, including Google Analytics, to provide analysis on the performance of website and its social media channels with an eye toward improving engagement efforts; 11) Oversee delegation of daily media tracking responsibilities for organization and distribute bi-monthly media and social media briefings; 12) Oversee delegation of â˜contact usâ™ email, including checking and coordinating responses; 13) Oversee delegation of incoming media requests; Unit-preferred Competencies 1) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 2) Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills; experience with different types of writing including feature articles, press releases, newsletters, social media content, and other materials 3) Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling and style 4) Demonstrated ability to translate complex concepts and terms into simple, compelling story telling for diverse audiences 5) Detail oriented 6) Analytical and problem solving skills 7) Ability to work independently 8) Strong presentation skills, both developing and giving 9) Decision-making skills 10) Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines 11) Demonstrated knowledge of online tools and other metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of digital communications and engagement efforts 12) Demonstrated knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Content management systems and social media platforms 13) Knowledge of desktop publishing, Web authoring/design and graphic design software 14) Video production experience Preferred Qualifications Education 1) Bachelorâ™s degree in journalism, public relations, marketing, English, or a related field  Experience 1) Three or more years of relevant professional experience in communications or related field, with experience developing and implementing strategic communication efforts, including writing and editing for digital and traditional media Required Documents 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter 3) Reference Contact Information NOTE: When applying, all required documents MUST be uploaded under the Resume/CV section of the application The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637. | 
