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Project Communications Specialist
POSITION DETAILS:
EMPLOYER: Ohio State Wooster, Wooster, OH
TITLE: Project Communications Specialist
CATEGORY: Communication Specialist, TYPE: Full-time, SALARY RANGE: $51k-$59k
JOB POSTING ANNOUNCEMENT: https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Wooster-Campus/Project-Communications-Specialist_R124242-1
DESCRIPTION: The Ohio State University seeks a Project Communications Specialist to develop content and lead marketing and communications efforts related to two USDA funded projects based on the OSU CFAES Wooster campus: From the Ground Up (75%) and the Northeast Ohio Agriculture Innovation Center (NEO AIC) (25%).
This position uses a combination of creative ideation and audience-centric, strategic thinking to produce informative, engaging and strategy-based content that will be used to disseminate and communicate messaging and generate project exposure. Develops communications that will represent the projects and organizations to internal and external constituencies using a variety of channels which may include print and graphic media, video and web communications, and digital and social media in order to enhance relationships and advance the long- and short-term goals and strategies. Collaborates across the enterprise to ensure alignment with the university’s brand, content, and editorial strategies where possible and necessary.
This 100% FTE position is 100% grant funded for 4-years, with potential for extension based on funding availability.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 2 years of relevant experience.
Strong communication skills in similar organizational context
Experience with storytelling, print and digital media, some graphic design
Proven ability to work effectively on a team and build consensus.
Ability to work on projects of moderate scope and complexity.
Proven experience with computer/online tracking systems, documentation of work, and implementing communications strategies.
Some knowledge and/or experience with Midwestern farming and food systems.
Requires in-person on Wooster Campus as well as travel to locations in Ohio (and potentially Missouri) as needed
Desired:
Familiarity with farming systems and value-added agriculture and food systems in Ohio and Missouri
Experience with agricultural communications, outreach, and extension
Masters degree and/or 2-4 years of relevant experience.
CLOSING DATE: April 30, 2025