Job no: 535915
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing
Department: University Communications
Classification: Public Info Representative 2
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $26.64 to $40.78 per hour

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

University Communications drives the University of Oregon’s strategic goals through the development and implementation of comprehensive communications and marketing programs. The division manages media relations, digital communications, social media, creative design, writing, editing, strategic communications, licensing, and marketing strategy. It collaborates with departments across campus to tell the UO’s key stories, enhance its reputation, and support initiatives that showcase academic and research excellence while promoting student success.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Communications Generalist works as part of a team of designers to design high-quality marketing, branding, and communications materials for the university. This work includes designing for digital, social, web, video, print, and environmental. The Communications Generalist will serve as a brand ambassador, working closely with the UO Communications teams and colleagues.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Three years of experience as a public relations representative
for an organization which involved gathering information, writing and/or producing materials, presenting information
to the public, handling public relations, preparing press releases, and interaction with the news media. At least
one year of this experience must have involved participating in planning and administering an organization’s public
relations program.
A Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or a closely-related
field may substitute for up to two years of the general experience but will not substitute for the one year of
specialized experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Advanced appreciation for the difference between digital and print communications related to content delivery, artwork preparation, production, and graphic design considerations.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate as part of a cross-functional team.
• Experience working on quick-turn projects.
• Experience working independently with budget restrictions.
  FLSA Exempt: No

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