Media, PR, Web & Graphic Design Specialist

Media, PR, Web & Graphic Design Specialist

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Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

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Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194895EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Media, PR, Web & Graphic Design Specialist
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with education and experience ($70,000 - $80,000)
Work Schedule	Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm (additional work outside of standard hours may be required due to business needs)
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Office of University Interdisciplinary Programs
About the Department	The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering’s primary research mission involves managing high-impact, multi-disciplinary research initiatives, specialized laboratory facilities, and large-scale sponsor portfolios. To support faculty innovation and maintain seamless operations across complex grant portfolios, the department utilizes embedded administrative professionals who provide direct, localized support to large faculty research groups, multi-investigator centers, and specialized laboratory infrastructure.
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits	As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Propositionand learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone. What we offer: Medical, Dental, and Vision Flexible Spending Account Retirement Programs Disability Plans Life Insurance Accident Plan Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs 12 Holidays Each Year Tuition and Academic Assistance And so much more! Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community. Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties	As a Media, Public Relations, Web & Graphic Design Specialist, you will play a key role in telling the story of the Self-driving Platforms for Expedited Experimental co-Design (SPEED), an NSF-funded national autonomous-science user facility at NC State. This position brings together science communication, media relations, digital content, web management, and visual design to showcase SPEED’s research, capabilities, people, and impact to audiences within and beyond the scientific community. Core Job Responsibilities: Develop clear, engaging science communications, including news releases, media materials, feature stories, and public-facing content. Manage and enhance SPEED’s website, keeping content, user resources, events, news, and facility information current and accessible. Create compelling visual materials, including graphics, scientific illustrations, infographics, presentations, and branded resources. Produce and edit photography, video, social media, and other digital storytelling content that brings SPEED’s research and capabilities to life. Design user-facing communications for workshops, calls, demonstrations, facility access, and other SPEED activities. Maintain a consistent and recognizable SPEED brand across communications and digital platforms while supporting accessibility, web analytics, media tracking, and content archiving. Support media visits, sponsor reviews, facility tours, major events, and other high-profile communications activities. Build and maintain reusable templates, image libraries, and digital asset archives to support efficient content development. Coordinate with NC State communications professionals and external media partners as appropriate to support SPEED’s communications goals. Translate complex technical and scientific research into clear, engaging content that resonates with broad audiences. This is an opportunity to shape how groundbreaking autonomous-science research is communicated and understood. You’ll bring creativity and strong communication skills to a dynamic research environment. Your work will help build awareness of SPEED’s capabilities and tell the story of the discoveries made possible through this national user facility.
Other Responsibilities	Assist with reports, proposals, presentations, and high-visibility announcements. In addition to the core responsibilities of this role, there may be occasional opportunities to take on additional duties. This offers an opportunity to build on your skills, explore new areas, and gain a deeper understanding of the department’s operations.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree in communications, graphic design, digital media, journalism, or related field. Equivalent combinations of relevant education and applied experience considered. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. One to Three years of relevant communications, design, web, or media experience.
Other Required Qualifications	Portfolio demonstrating strong visual and digital communication. Experience writing/editing content for public or technical audiences. Graphic design, layout, typography, branding, and visual storytelling. Website/CMS content management and basic web publishing. Writing, editing, interviewing, and science-communication ability. Adobe Creative Cloud or equivalent design/photo/video tools. Digital/social media content creation and campaign coordination.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience developing communications or content for science, engineering, research, or higher-education audiences, with the ability to translate complex topics for technical and non-technical audiences. Expertise creating scientific illustrations, data visualizations, technical infographics, or other visual content using relevant design tools. Proficiency producing photography, videography, motion graphics, or edited video content for digital or external communications. Competence applying web analytics, SEO, accessibility practices, and digital content strategies to improve audience engagement and website effectiveness. Skills in supporting media relations, press coordination, or public-relations activities, including press materials, media requests, interviews, or events. Experience communicating AI, robotics, chemistry, materials science, or autonomous science through written, visual, digital, or multimedia content.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	N/A
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	09/21/2026
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Position Details

Position Number	00112342
Position Type	EPS/SAAO
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	230101 - Interdisciplinary Programs - SVP
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected]. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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Application Materials Required

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Contact Information for References

Optional Documents