Communications and Marketing Specialist I

Department: Surgery • Location: Health Sciences Center • Full time • Regular

About the role

The Communications and Marketing Specialist I will oversee all internal and external communications for the Department of Surgery, including department newsletters, web content, social media channels, media relations, promotion of faculty and programs, resident recruitment campaigns, and alumni relations. This position serves as the marketing and communications liaison to the University of Louisville, the University of Louisville School of Medicine, and UofL Health to promote the Department of Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Department of Surgery website content and updates.
• Create and promote social media content.
• Draft department newsletters.
• Facilitate media relations opportunities and requests.
• Draft external communications.
• Serve as liaison between department, ULH, and SOM on marketing/communications requests and opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, marketing, computer science, or related fields.
• Three or more years of experience in the marketing/communications space.

Skills

• Strong command of the written word and understanding of proper grammar and usage.
• Understanding of how to create and use social media to enhance brand and connect with audiences.
• Creative and enthusiastic.
• Able to adeptly handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Pay

Target hourly rate: $21.99 – $32.98, commensurate with experience.