Digital Engagement Coordinator - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Classification & Regular Hours:

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade: 13

About Western:

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.

We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us:

The Faculty of Information and Media Studies at Western University is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge about media, communications and information.

We study technologies, systems, histories and practices to understand the role of media and information in democratic process and the social and cultural determinants of power and agency.

Across our programs, we foster two key capacities in our students:

the ability to think critically about the world in which we live, and the skill and confidence to make interventions in our communities and lifeworld.

Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Education:
Undergraduate degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, Graphic Design, or Related Program
Completion of, or working towards, International Association of Business Communicators Designation is preferred.
Experience:
2 years' experience in a communications and/or marketing role, successfully managing projects in a dynamic environment
Experience developing digital and social media communications strategies and content
Experience with filming, recording, and editing software, and knowledge of best practices in creating visual communications pieces is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Advanced skills with e-communication tools, including website and graphic design principles, website and campaign software such as Cascade, WordPress, Campaign Monitor and social media platforms
Excellent attention to detail and proofreading abilities
Discretion, tact and maturity to deal with public relations issues related to higher education, including proposing nuanced, sensitive resolutions
Ability to work in a fastpaced environment, meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
Demonstrated experience interviewing people, synthesizing complex information, and writing profiles, features, news items and/or web copy (writing samples required)
Intermediate knowledge of HTML, CSS and web development
Strong attention to detail, time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks and meet regular deadlines.
Ability to maintain flexibility in thought, priorities, and task management
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, InDesign and Premiere
Communication skills to engage diverse audiences, with confidence interacting with individuals at all levels of an organization
Ability to work within a flexible schedule to accommodate the University's events and activities and travel on occasion
Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful, and diplomatic manner

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.