Communications Manager

* Design related communications to highlight ChemE programs and research, and to cultivate donors and investors.* Create publicity materials (flyers, digital graphics, email announcements, social media posts, calendar entries) for department events.* Collect and evaluate data and analytics to measure impact and inform communications strategy and decision-making.* Create, manage, and maintain content on the ChemE website.* Responsible for ensuring accuracy, timeliness, usability, accessibility, tone and clarity.* Serve as site administrator.* Create and manipulate images for home page banners, news items, articles, infographics, etc.* Use site analytics and insights to prioritize updates and improve functionality. Provide training to content contributors and offer technical and editorial feedback.* Develop and implement the department’s social media strategy.* Create and post content on department’s social media channels (Instagram, LinkedIn, Youtube)* Create and manage distribution of marketing emails using the Marketo email platform.* Manage the UI for the Benson lobby touch displays.* Ensure content is accurate and up-to-date.* Identify opportunities to improve functionality and to leverage the displays for brand promotion.* Manage the department’s digital photography and video content.* Take and edit photos — or arrange for professional services — for publications and events when appropriate.* Develop and implement marketing and communications strategies and materials to support department recruitment and program promotions, including but not limited to flyers, one-sheets, emails and digital promotions.* Working with department leadership, develop and implement communications strategies that increase awareness, strengthen the brand, advance the goals and raise the ranking of the UW ChemE department.* Collaborate with the department faculty and staff, as well as professionals in the College of Engineering, to ensure consistent, coordinated communication of university, college and department messaging.* Audiences include alumni, donors, industry partners and professionals, chemical engineers nationwide, prospective students and current university and department personnel.* The individual in this position regularly collaborates with the Chair, staff, and advancement officers, and interacts directly with major donors, faculty, students, service providers and UW marketing & communications officials.* Provide briefing documents and talking points for leadership.* Provide counsel to department personnel on marketing and communications strategies in line with mission and business objectives.* In partnership with the Assistant to the Chair, plan and execute advisory board meetings, faculty retreats, special seminars and development events.* Compose correspondence to donors on behalf of the chair; work with College advancement officers to update donors of department news and accomplishments.* Compose correspondence to donors on behalf of the chair; work with College advancement officers to update donors of department news and accomplishments.* Manage and adhere to the department communications budget.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Experience using AP Style and an internal style guides.* Ability to remain current on UW editorial standards, as well as emerging technologies as needed for role.* Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.* Ability to work collaboratively as part of a diverse team.* Demonstrated experience with current social media and digital marketing platforms and best practices.* Experience with content management systems (Drupal, Wordpress)* Strong project management and time management skills. Ability to operate independently and accomplish complex initiatives within deadlines.* Demonstrated organizational proficiency and project organization skills. Self-motivated, proactive, adaptable work style, with the ability to learn quickly and to work with a variety of topics and people.* Ability to develop, adhere to and successfully communicate branding and content guidelines.* Ability to make appropriate decisions based on relevant information and experience.* The ability to be present at events after business hours, with advanced notice* High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, Power Point),* Proficiency in visual layout and design tools (Canva, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop)* Ability to communicate successfully with stakeholders at all levels throughout a complex, diverse organization.* Experience in event planning and execution.* Experience in website and publishing software, understanding of basic HTML* Experience working with faculty and managing complexities of cross-department or interdisciplinary units.* Knowledge of video content creation and editing.* Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license.### BenefitsThere are many perks to working for the University of Washington. Learn more about the

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