Job Information
University of Utah Digital Content Creator in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 09/04/2024
Requisition Number PRN39784B
Job Title Coordinator, Specialty Media
Working Title Digital Content Creator
Job Grade D
FLSA Code Administrative
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Hybrid work arrangement with flexible hours. Candidate will need to be available to work some nights/weekends (depending on events).
VP Area U of U Health - Academics
Department 02185 - Neurology Administration
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $40,000 to $44,000
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The Department of Neurology at the University of Utah is seeking a Digital Content Creator to enhance its online presence through strategic social media management and content creation. From designing eye-catching graphics and shooting high-quality videos to strategizing impactful social media campaigns, the Content Creator will play a crucial part in strengthening the department’s visibility and driving engagement.
Responsibilities
Social Media Management : Maintain and grow the department’s social media presence
Content Creation:
Generate ideas for social media feed.
Create relevant, engaging social media posts using consistent branding and design elements, including written content, graphics, and videos
Run specialized campaigns for events such as Giving Day, Stroke Week, and ALS Awareness Month
Post event reminders on X, Instagram, and Facebook, and create events on Facebook and LinkedIn
Produce social media posts promptly upon leadership request
Amplify neurology-related research, educational content, and patient stories
Event Coverage: Provide social media coverage for department events, including taking photographs/videos and creating posts
Strategy Implementation:
Develop and execute a content calendar
Create a comprehensive social media strategy for the department, including shaping department reputation, pinpointing target audiences and relevant trends, and adapting content to each platform
Utilize analytics to guide future content decisions and fulfill department goals
Monitor and respond to comments and messages
Communication:
Work closely with the Communications, Marketing, and Advancement teams
Collaborate with other university departments, faculty and staff members, and external entities
Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus two years experience in performing professional media-related services, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Specific skills in photography, editing, writing, and/or video and audio production required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Familiarity with current social media best practices and guidelines; ability to use social media planning tools (e.g., Sprout Social)
Proficient in design, photo retouching, video editing and production, infographics creation, and other graphic design elements
Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, etc.)
Experience with video shooting and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, etc.)
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate well and consistently via email
Strong organizational and planning abilities
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Training for the position expected to begin Fall 2024.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.