Communications Content Specialist

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Communications Content Specialist creating engaging written content to promote the College of Arts and Science at Vanderbilt University. Collaborating with stakeholders to convey compelling stories and enhance visibility.

Posted 7/24/2026full-timeNashville • Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in creating engaging written content across various platforms, with strong project management and communication skills. Proficient in analyzing content performance and adapting strategies to enhance audience engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Content WritingProject ManagementWeb Content Management SystemsEmail Marketing PlatformsOutstanding Written Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Content CreationResearchEditingStorytellingAnalytics ReportingHTMLProject Management Tools

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCuriosity

Tools & Technologies

EmmaMailChimpConstant ContactAirTable

Industry Keywords

MarketingCommunicationsPublic RelationsReporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create engaging and informative written content to promote and elevate the visibility of the college.
Write news articles, feature profiles, research highlights, announcements, web content, and social media posts.
Manage projects from start to finish including identifying and sourcing stories, conducting background research, scheduling and conducting interviews, writing and editing content, securing approvals, and disseminating content.
Work with various stakeholders across the college and the university, including faculty, students, alumni, and staff.
Create and disseminate a monthly e-newsletter.
Regularly monitor e-newsletter analytics, develop reports on performance, and make recommendations on how to improve efforts.
Identify and source stories that align with the college’s mission and brand.
Assist with website content updates and provide backup support to other team members as needed.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree and at least 2-4 years of experience in marketing, communications, public relations, reporting, or related field.
Outstanding written communication skills. Experience creating engaging content for a range of audiences for use across a variety of platforms. Proven ability to tell a compelling story that engages audiences. Excellent grammar, punctuation, spelling, and attention to detail.
Prior experience as a content writer, with a portfolio showcasing a diverse range of writing samples.
Proven ability to distill complex scientific research into digestible, understandable content.
Outstanding verbal communication skills. Ability to ask insightful questions to ensure content is accurate and engaging.
Deep curiosity and a thirst to learn about a wide range of topics, from anthropology to Asian studies, to astronomy, to many others.
Preferred experience with:
- Web content management systems and basic HTML.
- Email marketing platforms (e.g., Emma, MailChimp, Constant Contact, etc.).
Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills. Ability to successfully manage different projects and juggle multiple assignments, stakeholders, and deadlines simultaneously. Preferred experience with project management tools, such as AirTable.
Ability to adjust flexibly to changes in priorities and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact successfully with a diverse group of stakeholders with different needs and priorities.
Willingness to jump in wherever needed with a solutions-oriented mindset.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Remote work options