University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville

University of Arkansas Community College-Batesville

Social Media and Design Specialist

Fayetteville, USA · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 21 days ago
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About the role

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  • You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.

Responsibilities

  • Write, edit, design, and publish engaging and accessible content daily (e.g., original text, photos, videos and graphics) that meets platform-specific requirements on all AAES social media platforms.
  • Oversee design of social media accounts (e.g., Facebook timeline cover, profile pictures and branded images).
  • Provide technical and strategic social media support to departmental and other official, AAES-affiliated social media accounts (troubleshooting, strategic advisement, account registry, analytics, etc.).
  • Maintain social media governance process and recommend best practices for AAES-affiliated social media accounts.
  • Create on-brand visual assets to support AAES communications, including graphics for social media, basic web visuals, event promotions, presentations, and limited print materials.
  • Maintain visual consistency and brand standards across AAES social media platforms and select communications materials, ensuring graphics align with established brand guidelines.
  • Support design needs for campaigns and initiatives, including adapting existing templates or assets and making minor design updates to meet platform or audience needs

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
  • Required checks are identified in the position listing.
  • Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
  • For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 501-671-2219 or 479-502-9820.

Nice to have

  • 2+ years' experience in social media management
  • Candidates should include a brief description of their role in creating submitted materials.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong photography skills
  • Experience creating videos (shooting and editing using smartphone) for social media
  • Knowledge/awareness of WCAG accessibility standards
  • Experience with paid ads and boosted posts in all social media platforms
  • Experience managing Facebook, Instagram, Reels, X, LinkedIn, and Threads, as well as scheduling tools (e.g., SocialPilot)

Skills

  • Ability to balance multiple priorities
  • Analytical skills, with the ability to interpret social media metrics and make informed decisions to refine content strategy

Compensation

  • Required Documents to Apply:
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other (see special instructions for details), Resume
  • Optional Documents:
  • Special Instructions to Applicants:
  • Candidates must submit a portfolio and/or links to previously produced social media content and design work.
  • Candidates should include a brief description of their role in creating submitted materials.

Benefits

  • As needed, attend AAES events for social media coverage, which may include infrequent in-state travel.
  • Commensurate with education and experience
  • If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process and require reasonable accommodations, please contact the Division's Office of Program & Employment Compliance at compliance@uada.edu.

Equal opportunity

  • The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Sponsorship Available:

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