Hybrid Digital Media Specialist en University of Maine at Farmington
University of Maine at Farmington · Farmington, Estados Unidos De América · Hybrid
- Junior
- Oficina en Farmington
Join UMF as a Digital Media Specialist!
Are you ready to take the lead and transform the digital voice of a university community? The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is looking for a creative, driven, and digital-savvy professional to be our next Digital Media Specialist! This is your chance to shape UMF’s online presence, connect with audiences, and bring campus stories to life.
Why This Role Is Exciting
- Be the Face of UMF Online: You’ll develop and execute bold digital media campaigns that engage prospective students, families, alumni, and our wider community across top platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
- Drive Strategic Impact: Collaborate with marketing leaders to craft strategies that elevate UMF’s mission, innovate our online presence, and grow our audience.
- Create Engaging Content: Use your photography and videography skills to capture and share unique stories. Bring campus life, special events, and student achievements to life in creative ways.
- Harness Your Expertise: Analyze social media performance, enhance campaigns, and spot trends—your insights drive smart decisions!
What You'll Do
- Design and roll out creative content and social media strategies
- Coordinate, schedule, and execute digital campaigns for a wide range of university stakeholders
- Manage digital ads across platforms—Google, Facebook, and more
- Advise on web and social media standards and ensure accessible content (ADA compliance)
- Lead collaborative meetings and provide training on digital best practices
- Attend exciting on- and off-campus events to source content
Who We're Looking For
- Detail-oriented and organized with a passion for storytelling
- Adaptable, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- A skilled collaborator, communicator, and self-starter
- A whiz with photography/videography and the Adobe Creative Suite
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in digital media or a closely related field.
- Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of demonstrated experience using social media platforms in a formal professional environment.
- Demonstrated experience with photography/videography related to social media and other promotional opportunities.
- Demonstrated experience with Adobe Creative Suite applications (i.e., Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
- Ability to attend on- and off-campus events, including evenings and weekends, as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in social media management tools and content systems, including but not limited to Hootsuite, HubSpot, Sprout Social, Sendible, etc.
This is a full-time position with a typical salary of up to mid-$40k.
Ready to spotlight UMF’s best moments and lead digital innovation? Apply now and become a key voice in our campus community!
The University of Maine at Farmington offers a highly competitive benefits package for eligible full-time employees and eligible part-time employees that includes, but not limited to:
- Paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Low-cost short-term disability insurance
- Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
- Employer-paid basic life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Supplemental life insurance
- Tuition waiver program for employees and eligible dependents
- 403(b) or 457(b) retirement plans with employer contribution
Application Process:
To apply, please submit the following documents via the "Apply Now" link:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Contact information for three (3) professional references
For full consideration, please submit all required materials by August 26, 2025
Important information about the recruitment process:
- We are not able to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.
- Incomplete recruitment materials will not be considered.
- If materials are received after the recruitment deadline, review will be at the discretion of the University.
- The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report. If you have any questions, contact UMF Dept. of Public, Safety / Campus Police, University of Maine at Farmington, 149 Quebec Street, Farmington, Maine 04938-1994 tel 207-778-7400.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report. If you have any questions, contact UMF Dept. of Public, Safety / Campus Police, University of Maine at Farmington, 149 Quebec Street, Farmington, Maine 04938-1994 tel 207-778-7400.
About Company
The University of Maine at Farmington has earned a national reputation for excellence, gaining stature as one of the finest state-supported liberal arts colleges in the northeastern U.S. Additionally, UMF is rated 5th in U.S. News & World Report Top Regional Public College North for 2023 and has been rated one of America's Best Colleges by U.S. News 25 times since 1998.
The campus is in historic downtown Farmington, just a short walk away from coffee shops, funky stores, restaurants, banks, bookstores, a multi-screen movie theater and a whole lot more. Our perfect location combines the active outdoor lifestyle with the arts & smarts of a small college town. With enrollment at around 1,600 full-time students, UMF is about the same size as many of New England’s most selective private colleges and offers many of the same advantages, yet at a very affordable price — providing a tremendous college value in a spectacular natural setting. Established in 1864 as Maine’s first public institution of higher education, the University of Maine at Farmington is a founding member of The Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) an exclusive national group of public colleges and universities committed to providing superior liberal arts and sciences education.
The campus is in historic downtown Farmington, just a short walk away from coffee shops, funky stores, restaurants, banks, bookstores, a multi-screen movie theater and a whole lot more. Our perfect location combines the active outdoor lifestyle with the arts & smarts of a small college town. With enrollment at around 1,600 full-time students, UMF is about the same size as many of New England’s most selective private colleges and offers many of the same advantages, yet at a very affordable price — providing a tremendous college value in a spectacular natural setting. Established in 1864 as Maine’s first public institution of higher education, the University of Maine at Farmington is a founding member of The Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) an exclusive national group of public colleges and universities committed to providing superior liberal arts and sciences education.
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About the University of Maine System
The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.
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The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.
Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.
