University of Maryland
Digital Media and Communications Coordinator
Edtech.com's Summary
- Develop and produce multimedia and digital content including video, photography, social media, web content, and newsletters.
- Manage social media presence, digital content, editorial calendar, analytics, and audience insights.
- Support communications for the Do Good Plaza portfolio and major events like the Do Good Challenge.
- Collaborate with School of Public Policy, University’s Office of Strategic Communications, campus communicators, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external vendors.
- Experience with project management tools (Asana, Airtable), email/contact management (MailChimp, Insightly), and graphic design software (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
- Proficiency in video production and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro or equivalent), managing YouTube channels, and social media analytics.
- Preferred 2-4 years relevant communications experience, with at least 1 year required professional experience and a Bachelor’s degree.
- Strong skills in storytelling, writing, editing, digital media production, public speaking, and project management.
- Salary range $69,000 - $72,000 with benefits as outlined by the University.
- Position requires occasional evening and weekend work and may involve supervising student workers or interns.
Digital Media and Communications Coordinator Full Description
Job Description Summary
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of professional communications experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Knowledge of audio-visual digital content software.
Knowledge of audio-visual equipment.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.
Additional Job Details
UMD Experience is preferred.
Additional Information: UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter, List of References
Best Consideration Date: 11/6/2026
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
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Financial Disclosure Required
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Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground checkinformation. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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