Temporary Digital Communication Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Application Process

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume. 

Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Marketing, Digital Engagement and Brand Strategy (Associate Director), the Digital Media Coordinator supports the production, design, and ongoing evolution of the university's digital presence with modern approaches to visual storytelling including photography and videography. This position supports the university's strategic marketing and communications efforts through website content administration, user experience improvements, digital storytelling, and multimedia production.

In consultation with the Associate Director, the Digital Media Coordinator works both independently and collaboratively to oversee website content, support digital campaigns, and create visual assets through photography and videography to enhance online engagement. The role is critical in promoting Sonoma State University to support student recruitment, retention, brand awareness, and community engagement. This position works closely with university leadership, faculty, staff, students, and external partners to maintain a dynamic, accurate, and accessible web presence that reflects institutional priorities.

This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Marketing/Communications and Media Studies or a related field, including a minimum of two years of experience in marketing and/or communications. Higher education experience is highly preferred. Experience working within a content management system (CMS) highly preferred. Knowledge of web accessibility standards (ADA/WCAG), search engine optimization (SEO), and user experience (UX) best practices is preferred. Experience with photography and videography, including shooting, editing, and optimizing multimedia content for digital platforms, is required. In addition, strong written and verbal communication skills with a solid foundation in grammar, spelling, and the composition of various communication vehicles are required. Strong proficiency with computers and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Google Suite, web analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics), Adobe Creative Suite (including Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Lightroom, or similar software), and basic HTML/CSS is preferred.

This is a full-time, temporary, non-exempt position. Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience and will be in the range of $5,178 - $5,605 a month (step 1 - step 5). The CSU Classification Step Range for this position is $5,178 - $7,543 per month (step 1 - step 20). Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date.

This position is eligible for a broad range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, retirement (CalPERS), tuition waiver, vacation and sick leave. In addition, 15 paid holidays are offered each year. Sonoma State University is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Employer.

A comprehensive benefits summary for this position is available online by clicking here to be taken to the CSU benefits page.

For eligible employees, CSUEU collective bargaining agreement Article 17.10 will be honored.

About Sonoma State University: 

Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community. 

Equal Opportunity & Mandated Reporting:

The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. Mandated Reporting: This position may be considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Employment Eligibility & Conditions: 

CSU Out of State Policy - Sonoma State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California. As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.

Education Code 89521 - Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant's current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

Sonoma State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff positions (i.e. H-1B visas).

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

Application Process & Accommodations:

For questions related to the application process, please reach out to hr@sonoma.edu. The ADA Coordinator is also available (hraccommodations@sonoma.edu) to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.

Annual Reports & Safety Information:

Sonoma State University's Annual Security Report (https://clery.sonoma.edu/annual-security-report) includes summaries of institutional policy relating to campus safety, drug and alcohol use, sexual assault, and other matters. The report is published in compliance with the Clery Act and includes three years of certain crime statistics that occurred in Clery Act defined geography. A paper copy of the report may be requested in person by emailing the Clery Compliance and Safety Office at clery@sonoma.edu.

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is available for viewing at https://housing.sonoma.edu/compliance-data/2024-campus-housing-fire-safety-report. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within Sonoma State University student housing facilities for three years, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting the Residential Education and Campus Housing at housing@sonoma.edu.