The Research Foundation of the State University of New York College at Oneonta invites applications for a full time Social Media and Graphics Specialist with the Office of Alumni Engagement.
Our university boasts a vibrant community of over 75,000 alumni, and the Office of Alumni Engagement is committed to fostering lasting connections between our graduates and alma mater. We recognize the pivotal role our alumni play in shaping the university's future. We believe in harnessing the wealth of skills, experience, and generosity within our alumni community to enhance the overall strength and reputation of our institution.
In this role, you will design, produce, and manage high-quality digital and print materials, assist in planning and executing communication campaigns, and strengthen alumni engagement through effective digital marketing and social media strategies.
Key Responsibilities, but not limited to:
Design and Production: Create and produce marketing materials for alumni events at local and regional levels, including postcards, posters, brochures, emails, and web content.
Website Management: Monitor website usage, maintain up-to-date content, and ensure information accuracy and accessibility.
Email Marketing: Design, coordinate, and send targeted email campaigns to alumni, friends, and donors; analyze and report on campaign effectiveness.
Communications Scheduling: Assist in developing and managing the office's communications schedule to ensure timely delivery and alignment with engagement goals.
Newsletter Design: Design and distribute the quarterly alumni e-newsletter to keep alumni informed and engaged.
Alumni Magazine Management: Manage the layout and design of three annual issues of the alumni magazine, Reflections.
Social Media Oversight: Stay current with social media platform trends, manage social media posts and advertising, and engage with alumni community conversations.
Engagement Reporting: Produce regular reports demonstrating the reach and impact of social media and other digital engagement efforts.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in digital design or social media
Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign
Basic knowledge of HTML
Experience using social media platforms for professional or organizational purposes
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in higher education
Skills in Adobe Illustrator
Familiarity with Raiser's Edge
Proficiency in copy editing
experience working with and serving diverse populations
*This position offers the opportunity to leverage design and digital marketing skills to enhance alumni engagement and deepen connections across our community.
SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.
The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.
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