Communications Specialist

WashU IT

. Lead development of written marketing and communications content for the Kemper Art Museum .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeSt. Louis • Missouri • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $49,700 - $82,100 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and managing marketing and communications content, with a strong focus on social media strategy and collaboration across various teams. Proficient in content creation, editing, and project management within cultural institutions.

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Content DevelopmentSocial Media ManagementProject ManagementMarketing CommunicationsCollaboration

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Hard Skills

Content WritingEditingProofreadingEmail MarketingWeb AnalyticsCMS ProficiencyGraphic Design CoordinationPromotional Asset DevelopmentPhotographySocial Media Strategy

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationCreativityAttention to DetailAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

FacebookInstagramYouTubeConstant ContactEMMA

Industry Keywords

Cultural InstitutionsHigher EducationArt MuseumsPromotional MaterialsMedia Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development of written marketing and communications content for the Kemper Art Museum
Write, edit, and proofread promotional assets across web, brochures, advertisements, calendars, and postcards
Collaborate with Publications, Curatorial, Education, Marketing, Advancement, Marketing & Communication, and News and Media Relations teams
Oversee external graphic designer hiring and project management
Coordinate printers, color proofing, and mailing lists for print promotional materials
Develop, update, and distribute content and production schedules
Lead strategic content development for Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube
Design content, photograph events, publish posts, respond to posts, and monitor social media
Maintain the social media calendar and coordinate content development with colleagues and student workers
Manage Museum website text and image updates and maintain website workflows
Liaise with the external website developer on platform updates, disruptions, and CMS errors
Create email content plans and calendars
Write, edit, and publish weekly e-newsletters and email communications
Manage and update email contact lists
Liaise with the University’s News and Media Relations team
Coordinate seasonal media outreach and support placement of Museum and exhibition news stories
Report to the Head of Museum Publications

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education
3 years of relevant experience
Must be available to work occasional evening and weekend hours
Ability to move to on and off-campus locations
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in English, Creative Writing, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field
Preferred: Master’s degree in art history, English, communications, marketing, or equivalent
Preferred: Ability to create accessible communication experiences for all audiences and users
Preferred: Experience using Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, Constant Contact, and EMMA for business purposes
Preferred: Proficiency with CMS platforms and proficiency or ability to become proficient with web analytics tools and reporting
Preferred: Familiarity with cultural institutions and higher education environments and interest in art and art museums
No specific certification/professional license is required
A driver's license is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation
10 recognized holidays
Sick time
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with employee and university contributions starting at 7%
Wellness challenges
Annual health screenings
Mental health resources
Mindfulness programs and courses
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Financial resources
Access to dietitians
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child
Family care resources
Tuition coverage for the employee and family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years