The communications specialist is the creative vision behind some of Advancements most exciting campaigns to engage alumni and donors. This role will come up with creative assets for some of our most high profile campaigns that will exist in the digital and print spaces.

Reporting to the assistant director of advancement communications, the communications specialist will have a holistic view of Virginia Tech’s digital landscape with a keen focus on ways to inform and inspire alumni and donors.

The communications specialist is a critical part of the advancement communications team but will work closely with colleagues across Advancement and the university.

This position will focus on creating and implementing visuals to drive engagement and giving, plus steward donors and alumni.

The communications specialist will:
● Create compelling visual content for social media campaigns, websites, and events and more.
● Develop and help deploy assets across social media, websites, direct mail, and more.
● Design visual identities for advancement events, including toolkits for large scale events
● Build and update website content using our content management system.
● Have strong project management skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines, and a keen attention to detail.
● Work effectively independently and with autonomy, as well collaborating as part of a team.
● Possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills, including the ability to work effectively with colleagues from all levels of an organization and the ability to work effectively and proactively both independently and as part of a team.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to problem-solve (both individually and as part of a project team), work independently with minimal guidance, and be a motivated self-starter comfortable with a fast-paced working environment where the work volume is high.

This position is based in Blacksburg, Virginia and has the opportunity to be a hybrid position after successful onboarding. Candidates must submit a portfolio of work demonstrating creativity and design skills.