Communications Specialist II

Communications Specialist II

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This position will serve as the narrative architect of Newcomb Institute’s public presence — ensuring that every digital post, publication, event, and environment reflects the depth and dynamism of our mission. This role integrates digital communications, creative design, and brand management to strengthen awareness and engagement with Newcomb Institute’s mission. The Communications Specialist is a visionary communicator who combines storytelling, design, and aesthetic intelligence to bring Newcomb Institute’s work to life and make its legacy felt across campus and beyond.

The position will work directly with our communications director and graphic designer/web specialist and collaborate with colleagues, students, and partners to understand the Institute’s culture and translate it into creative expression on all our media platforms. This position ensures that all communications reflect the Institute’s academic rigor and commitment to gender equity while making our brand feel accessible, engaging, and vibrant.

The ideal candidate will bring a refined sense of storytelling — transforming research, programs, and events into compelling, impactful, resonant content that connects with all Newcomb Institute constituents including students, alumnae, and donors.

• Exceptional skills in integrating creative direction with narrative curation.
• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt for various audiences and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to grow audiences and engagement through digital platforms.
• Collaborative, imaginative, and mission-driven, with sensitivity to Newcomb Institute legacy and culture.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, deadline-driven communications setting, balancing multiple priorities with flexibility, focus, and a collaborative spirit.
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, self-direction, and demonstrated creativity, initiative, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Ability and willingness to occasionally work evenings and weekends to cover important events.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Sprout Social, Mailchimp, Notion, or equivalent tools; experience with photography or short-form video editing a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of current social media and SEO/SEM best practices.
• Analytical skills and experience using social media analytics tools.
• Must be on-site full-time.

• Bachelor’s Degree in communications, visual arts, design, journalism, marketing, or related field. (Master’s preferred).
• 3–5 years of experience in digital communications, creative direction, or brand storytelling.

• Master’s Degree in communications, visual arts, design, journalism, marketing, or related field.
• Background in communications for digital and social media, focused on gender equity issues or social science research.
• Experience using digital engagement strategies to grow visibility, reach, and audience connection through brand storytelling.
• Interest in gender equity issues, reproductive health and rights, gender-based violence, and feminist civic and community engagement.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Higher Education