Digital Communications Specialist

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Location : Guelph, CA, N1G 2W1.

Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120. If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph, you must apply on the internal Career Page to be considered as an internal applicant.

General Purpose

Reporting to the Manager, Marketing & Communications in the College of Computational, Mathematical, and Physical Sciences (CCMPS), the Specialist will create and execute digital marketing and communications content, including social media, written and multimedia content (photography, video), website updates, and other digital tools to support strategic priorities of CCMPS.

Responsibilities

• Create, develop, and manage digital / social content for the College’s website and social media channels in alignment with University of Guelph brand and priorities.
• Develop and implement paid and organic social media strategies for CCMPS audiences.
• Monitor and report on metrics for web, social, and digital media initiatives.
• Update CCMPS website and related sites with SEO‑optimized marketing content.
• Create AODA‑compliant digital content using industry‑standard design tools and multimedia solutions.
• Capture photos and videos to support recruitment and investment in CCMPS.
• Champion digital media best practice, AODA compliance, and appropriate institutional branding within CCMPS and its affiliated units.
• Support recruitment activities of CCMPS as needed, including digital promotions, advertisements, and event attendance.
• Some evenings and weekend work may be required.

Requirements

Experience updating websites and optimizing content for search visibility.

Please include a cover letter along with your resume in your application.

Employment type

Full‑time, Regular employee.

Posting Date

11 / 13 / 2025

Closing Date

11 / 20 / 2025

EEO Statement

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

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