Temporary University Specialist
Communications Assistant

The University of Connecticut seeks applications for the position of Communications Assistant for the UConn School of Law, one of the leading public law schools in the country.  

The communications assistant will work with the director of communications, performing a range of duties related to web content, social media and other aspects of publicity and marketing at UConn School of Law. This is a part-time, temporary position starting on or before April 1, 2018 and ending on October 31, 2018. Hours may be variable or sporadic depending on current projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide content for the law school’s website by covering on-campus events, writing articles and faculty and alumni notes, recording video and taking photographs for online publication.
2. Create compelling social media posts for the law school’s Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn accounts using text, photographs and video.
3. Assist in the design of printed leaflets, brochures, fliers, posters and other printed promotional materials.
4. Organize and edit photographs taken by UConn Law staff, student workers and freelance photographers.
5. Perform miscellaneous office work, as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, English, Communications or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2. Good writing and grammatical skills, as demonstrated by writing samples.
3. Ability to meet deadlines, carry assignments through to completion and take initiative.
4. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Commitment to the highest standards of accuracy and careful attention to detail.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Experience with digital photography and digital photo editing.
2. Experience recording video and proficiency in editing video, preferably with Final Cut or Premiere.
3. Experience working with content management systems (e.g. Drupal, WordPress).
4. Understanding of graphic design principles and familiarity with graphic design software, preferably InDesign.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a temporary, full time position, located at the UConn School of Law in Hartford, CT. The terms of this appointment are for a six-month appointment.  Salary rate will be commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY

Please submit a current resume, contact information for three professional references, and a cover letter to Jeanne Leblanc, Director of Communications, at jeanne.leblanc@uconn.edu.  Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Priority will be given to applications received by March 23, 2018.  Employment of the successful candidate will be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.  The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

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For more information, contact: Jeanne Leblanc at jeanne.leblanc@uconn.edu