Social Media Coordinator

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Job Posting Title:

Social Media Coordinator

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSUAM AO - Press - Sales (James Wilson (00057799))

   

Work Location:

William P. Johnston Hall - Office

   

Pay Grade:

Professional Hourly

   

Job Description:

The primary responsibility of this position is to facilitate outgoing publicity information, including social media, and coordinate LSU Press publicity efforts with authors and other marketing contacts. 

Job Responsibilities:

- Oversee LSU Press Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram accounts
- Write and post original social media content
- Forward author and event social media posts
- Schedule, coordinate, and host our Facebook Live series with authors
- Develop broad-reaching social media campaigns, including advertising and sponsored content
- Oversee the administration of these accounts (passwords, access, renewals, etc.)
- Assist with The Southern Review social media accounts as necessary 75%

- Draft and distribute the monthly LSU Press newsletter
- Facilitate LSU Press blog posts
- Coordinate with authors and LSU Press staff for original blog content
- Coordinate the “Review Roundup” blog post in conjunction with the Marketing Coordinator, which showcases recent reviews, prize information, and other accolades 15%

- Write and transmit press releases about the press via Cision
- Write and distribute email announcements about new titles in collaboration with other Marketing Department staff
- Other duties as assigned 10%

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree

Specific Experience:

Professional experience managing social media

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, English composition, or related subject

Specific Experience:

Experience in scholarly publishing is extremely desirable, as is proficiency across multiple computer programs/systems. 

Degree Substitute: LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide cover letter, resume, (3) professional references and transcripts. Official transcripts are required prior to hire, if needed.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact James Wilson at [email protected]

   

Posting Date:

July 31, 2025

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

August 14, 2025

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

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