Communications Specialist

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At the University of Waterloo, we create and promote a culture where everyone can reach their full potential. As an employee, you get support & opportunities that empower you to advance your career. Explore how we can bring big ideas to life, together. The University is a welcoming workplace for those of all abilities, interests, and expertise. As part of our workforce, you can do what you do best, every day. Learn more about our recruitment process. Job Requisition ID: 2026-00639 Time Type: Full time Employee Group: Staff Job Category: Communications Employment Type: Temporary Department: Faculty of Engineering - School of Architecture - Administration Hiring Range: $67,688.63 - $84,610.79 Posting Information: This posting is for an existing vacancy. TERM: 22 Months This position is being offered as a Secondment or contract opportunity The internal posting deadline for this position is Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 11:59PM. Job Description: Primary Purpose The Communications Specialist is responsible for creating, implementing and evaluating a comprehensive communication plan to further strategic goals and raise the profile of the School of Architecture across campus and externally. The Communications Specialist will write and produce compelling communication materials (marketing, digital, social, photography/videography) that span multiple channels and audiences. The Communication Specialist will work closely with the Director and Advancement Manager providing creative and design expertise in the execution of all marketing and communication strategies. Key Accountabilities Communications and Content Creation - Proactively writes, edits, creates content, project coordinates, executes and evaluates School of Architecture communications which may include: web content, social media content, print publications, proposals, letters, video storyboarding and scripting writing, video creation, invitations, media releases, newsletters - Develops and executes project strategies and integrated communication plans across all channels to successfully engage audience and various stakeholders; works to strengthen identity of School's value, vision and mission within the University and beyond - Ensures all communication strategies and content aligns and supports the needs of the school - Works with and supports the Director to develop high-level, customized writing for targeted audiences - Looks for opportunities to integrate communications, reduce duplication and streamline communications processes - Conducts research, proactively explores and suggests creative ways to tell our story and expand our audience reach and engagement - Develops theme, sources content and graphics; builds and maintains a digital archive of photos and videos for publications and digital communications Marketing and Branding - Contributes to the development and management of the school's brand and visual identity and ensures consistency of this identity in logos, graphic elements, and in all aspects of communication medias. - Researches, writes and edits compelling copy for marketing material that supports strategic initiatives - Point of contact for all marketing projects (eg. Annual brochures, promotional videos and photography), driven by the University and Faculty, and works collaboratively with internal partners eg. Creative Services, Marketing and Undergraduate Recruitment etc. for content and graphics representatio n of the School of Architecture identity and strategic vision. - Supports and executes communication and marketing materials for undergraduate and graduate program recruitment, School of Architecture events and supports the Advancement Manager in Alumni and Advancement initiatives. Create, plan and execute creative digital and social content - Proactively writes, manages, curates, copy edits and updates content for School of Architecture websites and social media channels - Creates and manages digital communications strategies and sets tactical plans to deliver on objectives - Manages the School of Architecture websites and establishes a content strategy, including day-to-day content creation and maintenance, regular content audits and supporting web maintainers via editing support and best practices - Acts as the School's point of contact for the Waterloo Content Management System (WCMS) - Looks for ways to improve the online user experience, working collaboratively with colleagues on web best practices, information architecture, usability etc. - Creates a School social media strategy, and develops and executes compelling social media plans and creative content that promotes School initiatives; using analytics and reporting to inform content strategy - Develops guidelines and best practices that students and employees can follow for social media sharing anywhere - Identifies and develops targeted and creative approaches for the integration of print, digital and video strategies across various audiences - Remains current on i

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