Communications Coordinator, Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics

Communications Coordinator, Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics

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As the new space age emerges, the Department of Aerospace Engineering and Engineering Mechanics at The University of Texas at Austin has the exciting opportunity to establish itself as the nucleus for technology development for new space and as the hub for the next generation of computational methods and data analytics for aerospace. This role has a high impact on our ability to promote cutting‑edge research in areas such as space engineering/science, aviation, robotics, computation, mechanics and more.

At UT Aerospace, where our academic programs rank among the top 10 in the nation, the sky is not the limit!

• Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
• Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
• Additional voluntary retirement programs:
  Tax‑Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a deferred compensation program 457(b)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Robust free training access through Linked In Learning plus professional conference opportunities
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
• Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff
• Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff

• Develop and coordinate a strategic communications plan – anticipate and plan for strategic communications needs for the department, working with leadership, faculty and staff to maintain an overarching plan and implement lower‑level plans. Identify opportunities to increase awareness of ASE, establish relationships with other university units, and report information for broader audiences as appropriate.
• Content creation – create high‑quality graphic design, written materials and digital content that enhance the department’s reputation. Produce key communication pieces such as magazines, newsletters, press releases, feature articles, short videos, marketing email campaigns, and messaging for ASE leadership.
• Social media and website management – oversee the department’s social media channels, digital screens and website, promote achievements, monitor comments and conversations, engage audiences, track trends, and use analytics to guide strategy. Supervise a social media student associate.
• Project management – coordinate and oversee communications projects, including re‑branding initiatives, new tools, promotional items, and vendor coordination.
• Brand management and media relations – act as the department’s media contact, assist media relations efforts, produce press releases, pitch stories, field reporter questions, and set up media interviews. Develop strategies to strengthen ASE brand and identity while adhering to trademark policies.
• Event support – promote, execute and enhance events, serve as designated photographer, assist event coordination, and work with volunteers. Coordinate alumni relations projects with the alumni and industry engagement coordinator.
• Other related functions as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications or a related field, or equivalent experience and at least seven years of experience.
• Proven experience with digital communication strategies and social media (preferably Linked In and Instagram).
• Demonstrated experience writing press releases and/or news and feature articles.
• Ability to make complex subject matter accessible and compelling to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management skills.
• Experience with publishing content to web‑based content management systems.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail.

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