Commnications And Marketing Specialist

Apply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Job Description:

Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University, seeks a Communications and Marketing Specialist to support national marketing campaigns and college-wide communications initiatives. This position plays a key role in advancing the visibility, impact, and reach of Barrett, which has repeatedly been ranked the top honors college in the U.S. by Prep Scholar.

The Communications and Marketing Specialist leads communications strategy and execution for the Lorraine W. Frank Office of National Scholarships Advisement (ONSA) while also contributing to broader Barrett marketing and storytelling efforts. The role blends strategic planning with hands-on content development and campaign execution, and includes supervising student employees and, as the program grows, additional staff members. The Specialist collaborates closely with campus partners, external vendors, and advertising agencies to ensure cohesive, high-quality messaging across platforms.

This position reports to the Director of Communications for Barrett and works in close collaboration with the Associate Dean for National Scholarships and Director of ONSA.

Position Salary Range:

$ 51,500 - $60,000 per year:

DOE

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated marketing copywriting skills across multiple formats, including social media, email marketing, newsletters, and journalistic-style content, with demonstrated knowledge and application of AP style.
• Experience developing and executing digital communications or marketing strategies, including organic and paid social media and email campaigns.
• Proficiency using tools such as Airtable, Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Hootsuite, Meta Business Suite, and other platforms for project management, campaign management, analytics, and reporting.
• Experience supervising and mentoring student employees or junior staff, including assigning work, providing feedback, and ensuring quality and consistency.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal partners and external vendors or agencies to support campaign development and execution.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in writing, editing, and digital content development.
• Experience developing and executing communications or marketing strategies.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with social media platforms, email marketing, and digital content tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in higher education or student-focused communications.
• Familiarity with paid media advertising and performance optimization.
• Experience supporting basic video production or short-form video for digital platforms.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in communications or marketing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

IMPORTANT:
All applications must include a cover letter, writing sample, and resume to be considered complete.

Writing Sample Requirement: Please include a short writing sample (approximately 150–350 words) uploaded along with your cover letter, clearly labeled “Writing Sample.” The sample should demonstrate your ability to write clearly and effectively for a broad audience and reflect a journalistic or storytelling style.

Department Statement:

Barrett, The Honors College:
Established in 1988, Barrett, The Honors College at Arizona State University is a selective four-year residential college offering innovative honors courses, study abroad, research opportunities, and merit scholarships to high-achieving and…