Communications Coordinator

Posting Number

STA00976PO25

Job Family

Communications and Marketing

Job Function

General Communications

USC Market Title

Communications Coordinator

Link to USC Market Title

Job Level

P2 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)

Communications Coordinator

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

South Carolina Honors College

Department

HNRS South Carolina Honors College

State Pay Band

5

Approved Starting Salary

$45,133

Advertised Salary Range

$45,133- $60,000

Location of Vacancy

SC

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8:30am-5:00pm with one hour for lunch, the hours per week is 37.5

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Student Services

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Under the guidance of the Communications Director, the Communications Coordinator works collaboratively as part of the college communications team to share the news, messages and experience of the South Carolina Honors College (SCHC), National Fellowships (NF) and Scholar Programs (SP). The incumbent will be responsible for implementing components of the strategic communications plan by creating and designing graphics, images, documents, invites and environmental signage.The incumbent will also be responsible for sharing information and news to multiple audiences through numerous social media platforms. The incumbent manages the creation, storage and distribution of photos, videos, and written stories. This includes photographing and/or videoing events as well as writing and editing stories for distribution. Honors College staff members should possess a wide-ranging intellectual curiosity and a commitment to serving high-achieving students.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

Some knowledge of USC policies, procedures, and programs is preferred. The successful applicant will have some knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience with Adobe Premier preferred. Experience managing social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter/X, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn) preferred. Higher education background preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Applicants must have the ability to function in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. The successful candidate will be well organized, be able to deal diplomatically with various constituent groups and have working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience with Adobe Premier preferred. Exceptional writing and communication skills, including ability to tell a compelling story with a command of grammar and AP style. Knowledge of the methods and techniques used in planning, composing, editing and producing publications. Ability to gather, organize and present oral and written information in a clear, concise and accurate manner. Excellent interpersonal and speaking skills, both in person and by phone, with a high level of professionalism. Advanced knowledge of social media, including best practices for engaging audiences in a professional context on each platform.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Communications strategy and planning:

Works collaboratively as part of the college communications team to share the news, messages and experience of SCHC, SP and NF. Learns and applies university standards. Ensures accuracy and consistency in style and presentation of materials. Stays abreast of communications trends, technology and opportunities. Partners with other communications staff campus-wide to share stories and online content, as appropriate. Contributes to the communication annual and strategic plans. Collaborates with communications director to provide social media data and analytics upon request and twice a year in a formal presentation to SCHC deans and directors, as well as a written synopsis.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

5

Job Duty

Content creation and management:

Manages the creation, storage and distribution of photos, videos, and written stories. Serves as the primary photographer and videographer for Honors, SP and NF needs. Edits photos and videos. Manages photography and video storage and organization process. Arranges for outside photographer and/or videographer when needed. Provides long-form writing, including but not limited to Honors and Top Scholars feature stories, alumni features, and NF award announcements and feature stories when needed.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

25

Job Duty

Social media:
Coordinates all social media posts and schedules for Honors, SP and NF social platforms targeting general audiences, alumni, prospective student, current student and current parent audiences. Oversees content created and posted to LinkedIn by Honors alumni/development staff. Determines frequency, timing, and appropriateness of all social media posts. Responsible for the creation of all social media including idea generation, writing text/captions, creating reels and video posts, collaborating with designer for graphics when needed, creating graphics when needed. Also responsible for procuring, selecting and editing images for posts, scheduling and managing takeovers, and management of any social media student workers. Responsible for maintaining regular and substantive engagement on social platforms by interacting with other accounts.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

35

Job Duty

Visual communications:
Creates and designs graphics, images, documents, invites and environmental signage for Honors, SP and NF. Provides designs and design support for social media, emails and newsletters. Collaborates with communications director to manage storage and organization for all design files. Works with communications director and merchandise coordinator to create merchandise designs. Provides graphic design support for miscellaneous projects. Serves as the secondary photographer and videographer for Honors, SP and NF needs.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

30

Job Duty

Other duties:

Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of the Honors College.

Essential Function

No

Percentage of Time

5

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive

No

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date

12/16/2025

Job Close Date

01/18/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by January 18, 2025.

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