What are the responsibilities and job description for the Waldorf University is hiring: Content Specialist in Forest City position at Waldorf University?
Waldorf University , Forest City IA, is seeking qualified candidates for a Content Specialist in the Marketing Department . The Content Specialist will collaborate closely with the Director of Marketing to produce a variety of multimedia content, including, but not limited to, social media posts, newsletters, videos, press releases, and radio engagement. The role involves developing and managing Waldorf University's social media strategy to enhance brand visibility and marketing efforts, while also assisting with graphic design projects as needed.
Essential Job Tasks
- Develop and edit press releases, marketing copy, social media posts, newsletters, videos, and other media as required.
- Generate content for both internal and external audiences.
- Strategize and set goals for content planning and marketing.
- Monitor and manage university social media platforms.
- Adapt messaging to suit specific target audiences effectively.
- Collaborate with the Director of Marketing to ensure all content aligns with brand standards (style, tone, and quality).
- Maintain editorial calendars and adhere to deadlines.
- Manage content and uphold the university's online presence and reputation.
Basic Requirements
Work Environment
The Content Specialist will primarily work in a climate-controlled office setting located on campus. The role is largely sedentary at times involving frequent sitting, occasional walking, and light lifting. However, when covering events, the work environment will vary as some events (both indoor or outdoor), will require mobility to move about campus and in different venues, including climbing stairs. Regular use of near vision for reading and computer work is required. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate. Position will require flexible work schedules to accommodate University events taking place in the evening and on weekends.
Benefits : This is a full-time, non-exempt, and benefit eligible position. Waldorf University offers a comprehensive benefit package with including health, life, LTD, 401k match and tuition benefits for employees and their families, in addition to options in dental, vision, supplemental and voluntary life insurances and FLEX spending plan.
To Apply : Interested and qualified candidates are asked to apply through the link below, upload their application materials including a letter of interest outlining your qualifications, a resume, and contact information for at least three professional references. Examples of portfolio work may be included with application materials. Final candidate will be subject to a background investigation.
Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
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Check out the Forest City aerial video created and produced by Waldorf's very own History Professor, Dr. Kevin Mason, for his "Notes on Iowa" project
Since 1903, Waldorf University has created opportunities for learning and service to students seeking well-rounded lives through education by establishing engaging online and residential communities centered on learning and faith. As a liberal arts university with core values Waldorf offers a curriculum to liberate the way students think so that they may develop a basic understanding and knowledge of how those in a variety of disciplines think and approach life. As a liberal arts university, Waldorf seeks to instill values of service, community, critical inquiry, and lifelong learning in each student and in the very culture of the college community. These values and this education prepare our graduates to understand and contribute to life in our complex and ever-changing world.