Digital Content Specialist

**About Western**: Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference. **About Us**: The Don Wright Faculty of Music offers our students an extraordinary music education at one of Canada’s most prestigious and picturesque university campuses. Nationallyrecognized scholars, composers, administrators, teachers and performers - leaders in Canadian music - engage students in a learning environment equalled by very few institutions. **Responsibilities**: - Responsibilities: **Please note, it is anticipated this position will be filled internally by reappointment** As the Digital Content Specialist for the Don Wright Faculty of Music, you will be part of a dynamic, energetic communications team, supporting the Communications and Marketing Manager in the coordination and updating of content on all digital platforms for the Don Wright Faculty of Music as the Faculty navigates through its strategic priorities in Crescendo 2026, sharing the story of Western University's Faculty of Music as an educational leader within the global music community. **Key responsibilities include**: - Assist with the overall faculty and department website content updates - Design, manage process and update Visix and other digital screen platforms when required - Assist with online video posting - Assist with the creation of digital assets for all digital platforms - Design or update printed display, advertising or direct mail materials to support "digital first" content - Manage the photo collections and database - Assist with faculty and student permissions regarding public photography and video usage - Editing and web copy writing - Create and manage web-based forms - Assist with the development and maintenance of the Faculty intranet web pages - Assist with emerging digital projects as assigned **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**: - Working knowledge of Cascade (or similar web CMS) - Experience in graphic design and image editing with strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite - A good understanding of social media platforms, including accessibility requirements - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Proven ability to interact with all levels of an organization in a professional, respectful and diplomatic manner - Ability to work well under pressure and handle multiple conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions - Ability to work both independently, taking initiative and following through on work assignments, effectively as a member of the team to achieve the department goals **Education and Experience Required**: - Post-secondary diploma/degree in Graphic Design, Digital Content Marketing, Communications, Web Design, or a related field - Minimum of three years of experience working on various digital platforms and web design **Why Western?**: Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English. **Western Values Diversity**: Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194. **Please Note**: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.