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MA in WRD Weekly Job Listings: November 1, 2016

Looking for job opportunities in and around Chicago? Students in the MA in WRD and MA in NMS programs may be interested in the weekly listings below (click a link to jump to the category):

Professional & Digital Writing Jobs, Entry Level
Professional & Digital  Writing Jobs, Advanced
Professional & Digital Writing Jobs, Part-Time
Teaching Writing Jobs, Part-Time

Professional & Digital Writing Jobs, Entry Level

Communications Associate

Les Turner ALS Foundation

“The Communications Associate is responsible for many of the day-to-day communications activities of the Les Turner ALS Foundation. The associate will work to ensure consistent, timely and effective communications through the organization’s website (including event microsites), print pieces, e-newsletters and other email marketing, social media and communications channels.” B.A. plus 1-3 years experience required

Marketing & Community Outreach Associate

TriCity Family Services

“Works across agency programs to ensure coordinated marketing efforts. The position will take a leadership role in marketing TriCity Family Services’ programs, services, and events — promoting the agency as the premier provider of mental health services for community members across all income levels and life stages.” B.A .plus 2-3 experience required

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Professional & Digital  Writing Jobs, Advanced

Web Designer

Elmhurst College

“Manages the institutional Elmhurst College website on a daily basis. Develops and implements digital strategies for the enhancement of the College’s brand identity and engagement with key constituencies, particularly student recruitment and donor development. Will be a key lead in upcoming website redesign project, while maintaining existing web site.”

Communications and Graphic Design Consultant

Illinois Caucus for Adolescent Health

“The role of the Communications Consultant is to develop and implement communications strategies through internal and external communications while maintaining ICAH’s mission, vision, and brand throughout all messages and media distributed by the organization.”  B.A. plus specific experience required

Front End Web Developer

AIU Online

“As a member of Career Education Corporation’s digital marketing team, you will be responsible for landing page and website front end development supporting the paid and display media channels. As a Front End Developer, you will use your exceptional technical and design skills to implement quick to load, code efficient, and responsive user experiences across multiple browsers and devices.” B.A. plus 3+ years relevant experience required

Manager, Communication & Media Relations

La Rabida Children’s Hospital

“Right now we seek this highly organized and detail-oriented Manager, Communications & Media Relations to execute strategies designed to enhance our hospital’s reputation and image. Maximizing overall communications performance in alignment with established goals/objectives, duties include directing the development and production of internal/external print and electronic media communications. These will brochures, newsletters, annual report, videos, social media, hospital website, etc.” B.A. plus 5 years experience required

Digital Marketing Manager

The Adler Planetarium

“The Digital Marketing Manager will lead the strategy, development, and execution of the Adler’s email marketing initiatives, website and SEO. The manager will define the long term vision and strategic plan for the organization’s email marketing discipline as well as continued updating, enhancement and optimization of the Adler’s website.” B.A. plus 3+ years relevant experience required, advanced certificate preferred

Communications Specialist

Ewald Consulting

“A person in this position works on our client associations communication strategy, branding and marketing by planning, producing and distributing electronic and print communication materials; Strong graphic design, website management, usability, attention to detail, an ability to take direction and follow instruction, and software skills required.” Relevant degree plus 3-5 years experience required

Digital Marketing Manager, HouseLogic.com

National Association of REALTORS

“We’re seeking an entrepreneurial, creative, results-oriented Marketing Manager to develop and execute strategies to increase HouseLogic’s audience and grow audience engagement on the dot com site and throughout the digital ecosystem.The ideal candidate has a passion for digital marketing and content and a track record of success in achieving marketing objectives through an integrated marketing program.” B.A. plus 6+ years experience required

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Professional & Digital Writing Jobs, Part-Time

Part-time Digital Media Specialist

Oak Park Public Library

“As a member of the Oak Park Public Library’s Communication Services Team, the part-time position of Digital Media Specialist will work 20 hours a week with library staff to create and share content that clearly communicates details about library services, resources, and programs, as well as showcases organizational outcomes and impact.”

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Teaching Writing Jobs, Part-Time

Adjunct Instructor – English

Morton College

“Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College Core values of compassion, fairness, respect, responsibility, tolerance and truth…The adjunct instructor will teach English to a diverse student population. These courses will be offered during the day and evening.” M.A. required.

English Tutor, B.A. required: Olive-Harvey College; Harold Washington College

ESL Instructor

Erie Neighborhood House

“Erie Neighborhood House, a progressive social service agency serving the Chicago metropolitan area and dedicated to promoting a just and inclusive society, is seeking a part-time ESL Instructor for its Little Village Site…Reporting to the ESL/Literacy Coordinator, the ESL Instructor’s basic function is to develop ESL curriculum and provide ESL instruction for adult learners.” B.A. plus 2 years experience required

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