Communications Coordinator, University Relations
Primary Purpose: The Communications Coordinator is a creative storyteller and content creator responsible for developing and implementing impactful communication materials that elevate the University of Saskatchewan’s reputation and priorities. This role focuses on producing engaging multimedia content—including video, photography, alt stories and social media assets—while supporting media communications. All work aligns with the University Relations strategic communications and social media plan.
The Communications Coordinator reports to the Communications Specialist on the central university communication unit. The incumbent is a member of the Office of the Vice-President University Relations.
Nature of Work: This position is ideal for someone who thrives on creating compelling content and bringing ideas to life across digital platforms. You will conceptualize, produce, and edit videos, capture photography, and craft stories that resonate with diverse audiences. The role also involves occasional media support, including drafting news stories and press releases. We are looking for someone who is flexible, able to get up to speed quickly, able to juggle multiple projects, effective at building relationships and working in a collaborative team environment. Consequence of error is significant to the reputation and profile of the university. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required.
Typical Duties or Accountabilities:
Creation of a wide variety of digital communications pieces intended for social media, including short-form video, photo, etc.
Creation of communications plans to support initiatives and events and then working with the team to implement those plans
Providing communications support for various media relations, social media, internal communications initiatives, including communications planning, writing, web and social media content creation, etc.
Create and collate a variety of digital content for numerous USask channels, including pulling together images, video, graphics and text as appropriate for the intended audience and the channel (working with a graphic designer)
Provide logistical support for various projects, such as helping with the digital asset management system, manage communications requests, helping with photo shoots and video shoots, and others as required
Steward the USask brand and visual identity
Assist with other communications projects as required
Education: An undergraduate university degree, preferably in communications, journalism, marketing or related field. Experience with photography or video would also be considered an asset. An equivalent level of education and experience may be considered.
Experience: One to three years of directly related experience in related areas of communications and marketing. Knowledge of the University of Saskatchewan, the academic environment and/or advancement would be an asset.
Skills:
Demonstrated communications skills and experience applying them in a complex environment, working with multiple stakeholders
Experience with photography or video would be an asset
Understanding of digital communications platforms, including social media (best practices and content creation) and web/graphic-based storytelling
Strong writing skills and experience with developing a range of written content
Experience creating and implementing communications plans
Experience with marketing and ad copy writing is considered an asset
Careful attention to detail and proofreading skills
Ability to conceptualize and create content for a variety of channels, including web, video, social media, media, print, etc.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills including tact, diplomacy, professionalism and ethical behavior
Ability to deliver projects on time and on budget
Comfortable with juggling multiple priorities or switching priorities in a fast-moving environment
Inquiries regarding this positioncan be directed to Chris Morin at Morin@USask.ca
Department: University Relations
Status: Permanent
Employment Group: ASPA
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $53,091.00 - 82,954.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Specialist Professional
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 12/11/2025
Closing Date: 12/31/2025 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask's Alternative Workspace Guidelines
The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.
