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Media and Corporate Communications SpecialistReq number:R6731Employment type:Full timeWorksite flexibility:OnsiteWho we areCAI is a global technology services firm with over 8,500 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.Job SummaryAs a Media and Corporate Communications Specialist, you will on the team which handles all public facing corporate publications, media announcements, and the corporation’s website.Job DescriptionWe are in need of a Media and Corporate Communications Specialist to work with a small team on all public facing corporate publications, media announcements, and the corporation’s website. This is a direct hire, full time opportunity in Evanston, Illinois.This position is onsite Monday - Friday with core business hours of 8:30am-4:30pm.Due to the specific legal and contractual requirements associated with this position, only US Citizens and Green Card Holders/Permanent residents will be considered for this role.Our client is a well-respected and nationally recognized not-for-profit corporation that conducts scholarship programs. Since the corporation’s establishment in 1955, more than $1.9 billion has been granted for college undergraduate scholarships for approximately 491,000 students. Headquartered on Chicago's North Shore, the corporation currently employs 35 full-time employees.Our client is seeking a hard-working professional individual who will report directly to the Director of Public Information. As part of a very small team that handles all public facing corporate publications, media announcements, and the corporation’s website, this individual will be expected to be comfortable communicating with a variety of individuals, both internally and externally, from administrators to officers. This individual will be responsible for interacting with a variety of external publics, including high school and college/university officials, students, parents, vendors, and the general news media. This individual must have an energetic personality, positive attitude, strong work ethic, solid communication skills (both oral and written), and be self-motivated, well-organized, and work well both independently and with others in teams. The ideal candidate should have at least three years of practical related work experience.What You'll DoAssist with the creation, development and production of all corporate publications and promotionsContribute to the creative design process and graphic arts work for all corporate printed materialsHelp with the design elements and maintenance of the corporation’s websiteAssist with the preparation and transmission of press releases and annual public press announcementsInteracts (verbal and written communications) with staff, management, news media, and vendorsExtensive use of a customized database in addition to standard and specialty (customized) PC applicationsRecommend and help implement procedural improvements/efficienciesGeneral departmental administrative duties; including data input, word processing, phone calls, editing/proofing documents, etc.Various other duties as assigned by the department Director, officers, and upper management of the corporationWhat You'll NeedRequired:Bachelor’s degree is required – preferably a degree in English, Writing, Journalism, or CommunicationsExperience in an academic or business setting desired – this is a growth-oriented position that will offer excellent long-term challenges and stabilityMust be very detail oriented, organized, and self-motivated – the ideal candidate is a strong communicative team player who has the ability to work independently with limited supervisionMust have excellent written and verbal communications skillsMust have very strong grammar skillsWorking proficiency of standard PC applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) requiredStrong corporate and college awareness; marketing orientedProfessional in demeanor and presentationCommitment to academic excellenceHigh energyBusiness-like communicator familiar with structured environments and deadlinesAbility to effectively present ideas in detail to a variety of audiencesStrong commitment to the highest ethical business practicesPreferred:Advanced degrees/certifications are a big plusFamiliarity with the Chicago Manual of Style is a plusFamiliarity with desktop publishing software (Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat) is a big plusSome photography experience is also a plusPhysical RequirementsAbility to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standardsSedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitorOur Client provides excellent benefits including a corporate-sponsored health care plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), flexible spending accounts (health care, dependent care, and transportation) and a very lucrative retirement plan.#LI-JH1Reasonable accommodation statementIf you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or (888) 824 – 8111.The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role receive paid time off and may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.