• Leading marketing and communications across digital, print, and social media platforms
• Owning and enforcing brand consistency and visual identity across all materials
• Creating multimedia content including:
• Written copy
• Graphic design assets
• Video and animation content
• Designing marketing materials such as:
• Brochures
• Social media graphics
• Event and promotional materials
• Supporting events, alumni engagement, and fundraising campaigns
• Managing publications (magazines, newsletters) and coordinating with freelance contributors
• Producing technical illustrations and overseeing print production
• Collaborating with writers, photographers, and web developers to ensure cohesive messaging
• Partnering with faculty, researchers, and external stakeholders
• Promoting initiatives related to innovation, sustainability, and energy research
• Maintaining and updating content using CMS tools and basic HTML as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Communications, Graphic Design, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 5+ years experience in marketing, communications, or digital content creation
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent writing and editing skills for senior-level and external audiences
• Hands-on expertise with:
• Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects)
• Canva
• Proven experience creating multimedia and visual content for both digital and print
• Experience working cross-functionally with faculty, leadership, alumni, or donors
• Highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable in a high-visibility role
• Working knowledge of basic HTML and content management systems
• Portfolio demonstrating original graphic design and multimedia work

• Master’s degree in Journalism, Communications, or related field
• Background in public relations, journalism, or communications
• Experience working in a research university, academic institution, or start-up
• Project Management certification
• Experience designing accessible and inclusive content

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually – as applicable.