The Marketing Communications Specialist will be responsible for researching and writing copy as well as creating high-quality original layouts and designs for a variety of traditional print media and emerging multimedia.

This position will assist the Director and divisional staff in developing and maintaining professional media relations; assisting media with their inquiries; and developing and implementing media plans as needed. The Marketing Communications Specialist will develop best practices, maintain high standards of copywriting and exercise quality control on all copy.

The person in this position will be required to produce high quality products in support of the university-wide integrated marketing and communications brand strategy. This position will also serve as a brand champion liaison between integrated marketing and communications and LLCE ensuring that messaging, content and collateral reflects the university's brand.

Applicants must show evidence of a bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, English, journalism, communication or a closely related field. Candidates must have minimum of three years post-degree experience in writing and graphic design. Must have the ability to write, edit, proofread and design. Candidate must have experience using Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign or QuarkExpress in addition to MS Office software applications. Applicants must also have experience in writing, design and/or maintenance of online media.

Experience with the media, vendors and print production is preferred, as is experience with AP writing style, adult nontraditional degree programs and higher education.

To apply, send Letter of Application; Resume; Contact information for five references; Transcripts (official or photocopy); Philosophy Statement on Marketing to Nontraditional Students; Portfolio containing three examples of original work demonstrating your abilities in graphic design; and one example of a press release or feature article demonstrating your writing abilities.

Review of applications begins October 20, 2009 and will continue until position is filled.

See full job description at http://www.uwosh.edu/hr/unclassifiedjobs/LLCE,MarketingCommunicationsSpecialist.php .