Communications Coordinator

Brown University • Providence, RI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Coordinator will support the day-to-day marketing and communications needs of the BAI by working collaboratively and independently with the BAI’s Marketing and Communications unit in accordance with all department and university policies and procedures and utilizing university resources and technology. Primary responsibilities include: managing and executing the BAI’s email marketing strategies, overseeing the BAI’s social media, and supporting and executing the strategic plan for public relations through marketing/publicity, community outreach and development that reaches Brown, the Greater Providence area, region, and online communities. The Communications Coordinator must have a broad knowledge of the complex artistic, academic, and research mission of the Brown Arts Institute (BAI) and its programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years related experience, or the equivalent combination of experience and education
• Previous work within an academic environment and in a role that supports communications and development; community outreach; events and programs
• Experience managing social media feeds, including knowledge and command of evolving social media platforms and trends
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good organization skills and strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office applications
• Ability to prioritize complex and at times competing goals
• Initiative and judgment to independently problem solve
• Ability to work with little supervision and also serve as strong team member
• Ability to research, analyze and summarize findings
• Ability to exercise restraint and discretion in matters that are confidential or otherwise sensitive
• Applicants must submit a cover letter and CV/resume.

Responsibilities

• managing and executing the BAI’s email marketing strategies
• overseeing the BAI’s social media
• supporting and executing the strategic plan for public relations through marketing/publicity, community outreach and development that reaches Brown, the Greater Providence area, region, and online communities

Benefits

• flexible work/life balance
• summer hours
• winter break
• comprehensive Benefits package including time off
• annual paid holidays
• benefits offerings including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, wellness, employee discounts, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees