External Engagement Coordinator - KMUW

Job Details

Department: KMUW Radio

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Old Town

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Entry level range is $46,000 - $55,000 and is commensurate with experience

Work Schedule: 9-5 M-F and some weekends

Export Compliance Requirement: No export control requirement.

Job Story

KMUW is looking for someone who loves connecting people, ideas, and opportunities.

As our External Engagement Coordinator, you’ll help build meaningful relationships between our organization and the communities we serve. This role contributes primarily to digital content that shares stories and ideas in engaging, accessible ways by strategically leveraging social media platforms. Also supports the planning and execution of events that bring people together around conversation, culture, and community.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys collaboration, communication, and making things happen behind the scenes—and out in the world. If you’re energized by meeting new people, telling great stories, and creating partnerships that make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Summary

Provides outreach to prospective or current internal and external partners. Collaborates on the creation and design of digital material for outreach events, social media, newsletters and promotional materials.

Essential Functions

• Develops and produces social media and video content for multiple digital platforms.
• Engages with on and off-campus customers and related departments. Enhances customer base and strengthens the department's and/or University's image.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of promotional events and projects.
• Leverages data and engagement metrics to assess audience growth and refine strategies for maximum impact.
• Collaborates with stakeholders on the design and layout, and prepares visually appealing finished products for use in digital mediums while maintaining the University brand and image.

Required Education and Experience:

• 60 hours of college coursework in communications, marketing or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in marketing, communications, digital media or related field. Every 30 hours of college coursework beyond 60 hours can be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

Required License/Certifications/Training:

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Social media management knowledge
• Event coordination skills
• Efficient time management
• Ability to adhere to deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Social media engagement experience on multiple platforms
• Engagement event planning and execution

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.