University of Michigan · 3 hours ago
Public Relations Coordinator
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$44K/yr - $55K/yr
4+ years expThe University of Michigan is a leading institution known for its top-ranked philosophy program. The Public Relations Coordinator will be responsible for advancing the department's outreach through social media, managing event coordination, and overseeing branding materials while collaborating with faculty and staff.
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Responsibilities
Develop, create, and maintain a robust social media presence aimed at engaging students, faculty, and the broader community
Work closely with faculty and staff to design and disseminate high-quality branding materials for multiple media channels
Create and oversee marketing and event budgets with a view to cost-efficiency and high impact
Spearhead alumni engagement and create communications to foster exceptional donor relations
Produce and circulate the Philosophy Department's annual newsletter, ensuring timely and informative updates
Facilitate support for faculty and graduate students in planning and executing lectures, conferences, and other significant events
Provide comprehensive event coordination, including travel arrangements, venue booking, catering services, and technological requirements
Oversee the recruitment, training, and supervision of student office assistants, ensuring operational efficiency and quality support
Manage the reception area with a focus on professionalism and departmental phone line communications
Order office and event supplies
Qualification
Required
A minimum of four years of experience in administrative roles demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility
Proficiency with a broad range of social media platforms, including but not limited to YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn
Proven graphic design abilities and expert-level skills with Adobe Creative Suite software
Advanced proficiency in coordinating and supporting Zoom meetings and webinars, including the capability to produce recordings of superior quality
Excellent organizational skills with the capacity to execute project work as well as engage effectively within a team environment, fostering a culture based on respect and collaboration
Availability for a flexible schedule to accommodate the occasional need for evening and weekend events
A demonstrated commitment to the values of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion within professional settings
The ability to maneuver materials up to 25 pounds, including moving to heights of 3-4 feet and placing them on various surfaces such as tables and carts
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communication or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience planning events including budget oversight and publicity
Outstanding writing and speaking abilities suited to engage with scholarly research discourse
Competence in assessing operational success and executing strategic modifications to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$359.75MKey Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationNational Institutes of HealthBreakthrough T1D
2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
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Greg McGuire
Managing Director, Mcity
Robert Goodspeed
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