Description

Purpose:
Under the general direction of the manager of Marketing and Communications, develop and implement communications strategies of internal and external audiences in support of Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation.

Responsibilities:
Web/Social Media 

• Create marketing materials around social media campaigns (i.e., graphics, tabs)
• Work to manage website design and projects, create copy for web.
• Social media liaison support for the Foundation, work collaboratively to create and submit social media components for Foundation campaigns.

Brand Stewardship 

• Act as a guide in conveying the brand as it relates to language, images, and design to the Foundation as a whole 
• Serve as marketing and communications liaison support to management staff and leadership of Foundation programs, providing consultation support and strategic communication planning, where appropriate
• Provide public relations support to Foundation departments and committees, as needed

Project Management 

• Work collaboratively with team to develop and implement marketing communications efforts
• Communicate all financial information in a timely manner to appropriate departmental parties, both during and at the completion of each project.
• Demonstrate service-oriented behavior in interactions with internal teams and co-workers.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize projects appropriately.
• Maintain an accurate record of hours worked and work a sufficient number of project hours to meet annual productivity goals
• Manage projects of increased complexity, sensitivity, or importance to the organization 
• Take responsibility for approvals and accuracy of information communicate 
• Monitor budget, manage distribution and delivery of projects 
• Complete projects on time and within budget
• Oversee graphic design and production process (including printing) so that projects are appropriate for the audience and message
• Manage event collateral, edit major publications and the website 
• Manage printed communications projects for programs and events, including letters, brochures, invitations, and articles (in some cases feature length or scientific), as well as non-print projects such as video, digital communications, community activities/event 
• Support fundraisers through targeted communications efforts

Copywriting and Editing 

• Write and edit organized, clear, concise, compelling, and stylistically appropriate copy that accurately communicates the Foundation voice and brand Independently plan and research writing projects 
• Coordinate the work of contributing staff, including editing and proofreading copy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in English, journalism, communications, health sciences, or a related field.
• Three years experience in a marketing position or related field.
• Must have excellent communication, multitasking, organizational, research/interviewing, writing, grammar, and interpersonal skills.
• Agency experience preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal


• UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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