Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

• On-site in Athens, GA during standard UGA business hours (8 a.m.-5 p.m.)
• Occasional travel or evening/weekend work for GNEM events

Advertised Salary $50,000-$53,000; based upon experience Posting Date 12/01/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 02/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to the UGA Jobs application, applicants should submit:

• Resume / CV
• Cover Letter
• Portfolio (2-3 samples of design/publication work)
• Writing Sample
• List of 3 professional references with contact information

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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Position Information

Classification Title Communications Pro I FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro) and Canva.
• Experience producing technical publications or policy communications.
• Strong photography and video editing skills.
• Demonstrated success managing digital marketing campaigns and analytics.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading ability across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with public policy, industry, or research communications preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Position Summary
This Digital Marketing and Communications Professional will work with UGA's Georgia Network for Electric Mobility (GNEM) design execution, production, and dissemination of GNEM's external communications, publications, and digital media. This role supports high-visibility, multi-stakeholder initiatives, including the promotion and coverage of regional and statewide convenings, roundtables, and forums.

This position involves creative and technical duties comparable to external consulting and policy research communications standards, with accountability for deliverables distributed to policymakers, industry leaders, and the public.

The Georgia Network for Electric Mobility (GNEM) is a statewide strategy platform and publishing think tank on electric and connected mobility. It is the main hub for the University of Georgia's university-wide e-mobility initiative. Embedded within the University of Georgia and privately founded by our founding partners Cox Automotive, Kia Georgia, and Georgia Power in collaboration with the UGA College of Engineering, GNEM convenes industry, government, and academic partners across the Southeast's Battery Belt to advance advanced automotive manufacturing and future mobility. GNEM reports to the Provost's Office by way of the E-Mobility Executive Council and to an external Board of Advisors, ensuring accountability at the highest levels of the university and with key private-sector and public partners. Its work products (technical reports, white papers, policy briefs, and regional and statewide convenings and roundtables) are distributed across Georgia, the Southeast, and globally.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Understand fundamental design principles including layout, composition, and visual hierarchy.
• Communicate design ideas effectively with faculty, staff, students and collaborators.
• Familiarity with social media outlets, online platforms, and digital marketing. Familiar/experienced with a camera, phone, or other recording device to capture photos and video for promotional materials.
• Identify and solve design problems creatively.
• Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and online platforms for designing digital assets.
• Work simultaneously on multiple projects, each with a different deadline.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Premiere Pro), Canva, and other advanced editing tools.

Physical Demands

• Sitting or standing at a computer or other media device to design and create promotional materials and graphics for publications.
• Use of a camera, phone, or other recording device for taking photos and video.
• Driving to perform job-related tasks

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Publication and Report Design

• Lead design and layout of GNEM technical reports, white papers, and policy briefs.
• Ensure deliverables meet professional standards comparable to top consulting and industry publications.
• Manage workflows for editing, proofing, and publishing.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities
Brand & Visual Communications

• Create graphics, infographics, and visual assets aligned with GNEM brand identity while adhering to UGA brand standards.
• Translate technical and policy content into engaging, accessible visuals.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Digital Strategy & Social Media

• Manage GNEM's website and social media platforms including LinkedIn, Youtube, etc.
• Co-develop campaigns to grow GNEM's visibility across Georgia, the Southeast, and globally.
• Help track analytics and optimize content strategy based on performance.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities
Content Creation & Media Relations

• Assist with writing, editing, and producing content for press releases, newsletters, web, and media outreach.
• Assist with coordinating with UGA campus partners and external outlets to amplify GNEM's impact.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Event Communications & Convenings

• Develop and produce communications for regional and statewide convenings, roundtables, and forums.
• Produce event collateral (programs, signage, presentations).
• Capture photography/videography at GNEM events and edit content for distribution.
• Provide real-time communications support at high-visibility conferences and multi-stakeholder gatherings.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Other Duties as Assigned

• Other duties as assigned that would contribute to the mission of GNEM communications.
• College of Engineering and UGA trainings
• Attend college-wide staff meetings /team meetings per GNEM calendar

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Gabrielle Pierre Recruitment Contact Email gpierre@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Media Portfolio
4. Writing Sample
5. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents