STUDENT WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

Provides assistance to staff and faculty in the preparation of informational or promotional print media and/or public relations. May be required to:

• Write articles, press releases, newsletters, media guides, programs, and other informational or promotional materials for both hardcopy print and web-based formats (may specialize in a particular content area)
• Conduct interviews by phone or in person
• Conduct research utilizing databases, archives, internet, and other information sources
• Attend and cover University events
• Assist in training of other student employees
• Perform basic administrative duties such as filing, data entry, word processing, etc.
• Participate in training sessions and staff meetings
• Perform miscellaneous duties as required

Requirements:

• Previous writing or public relations work experience in a similar position
• Advanced writing and verbal communication skills
• Ability to meet stringent deadlines in project-driven environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• May need to work some evenings and weekends
• Good working knowledge of related software applications (e.g., Word, Publisher)