Communications And Marketing Specialist

The Ohio State University

Columbus, OH, US
Not specified; offer falls within marketing commun...
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years professional experience
Strategic storytelling and brand-aligned communications
The position develops and executes comprehensive communication and marketing strategies that advance the department's teaching, research, and Extension missions at local, state, national, and international levels

Job Summary

  • The position develops and executes comprehensive communication and marketing strategies that advance the department's teaching, research, and Extension missions at local, state, national, and international levels.
  • The role is structured with 50% effort supporting department-wide communication and 50% effort dedicated to the OSU Leadership Center.
  • Candidates must collaborate with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and external partners to increase visibility, engagement, and impact through strategic storytelling.

Matching Summary

The position develops and executes comprehensive communication and marketing strategies that advance the department's teaching, research, and Extension missions at local, state, national, and international levels.

Salary

Not specified; Offer falls within Marketing Communications and Specialist 2 (S2 level) range based on internal equity and budget

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 2 years professional experience
  • Strategic storytelling and brand-aligned communications
  • Website and social media management
  • Graphic design, photography, and videography practices

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education or Extension organizations
  • Mission-driven organization background
  • Multi-channel marketing strategy expertise
  • Budget management and paid advertising oversight
  • Alumni board representation experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum 2 years relevant professional experience
  • Background check required prior to employment

Work Rights

Not specified

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