Job Abstract

The Stevens Center for Innovation at the University of Southern California is an integral organization within the Office of Research that serves as the technology licensing office at the University of Southern California. The Stevens Center is responsible for licensing USC discoveries to existing businesses or startup companies so they can be developed into products and services that improve human lives, solve problems, and fuel economic growth. Through licensing discoveries, promoting entrepreneurship, and stimulating innovation, the Stevens Center is helping to create a better future and plays a key role in Southern California’s innovation ecosystem.

USC Stevens is actively recruiting for a Marketing Coordinator that will be responsible for coordinating and executing all aspects of marketing and activities for center.

Job Responsibilities:

• Writes and/or edits copy for department marketing projects such as advertisements, press releases, announcements, publications, etc., as assigned

• Coordinates activities to promote awareness of department services and/or products within the University community and/or to the general public, such as direct mail, telemarketing, advertising, publicity, community relations, special events, etc. Analyzes, monitors, and evaluates marketing efforts for effectiveness, as assigned

• Coordinates design, production and distribution of publications and other promotional materials, such as press releases, advertisements, catalogs, brochures, flyers, signage, A/V presentations, displays, exhibits, etc.

• Administers department marketing calendar, as assigned. Monitors schedules, production and distribution arrangements and other details to ensure timely completion and quality control of marketing activities and publications

• Coordinates advertising placement and schedules

• Coordinates appropriate use of University and/or department logos, emblems, and indicia

• Establishes and maintains contacts with internal and external marketing professionals and vendors such as artists, designers, photographers, mailing houses, postal service, list brokers, advertising representatives, media contacts, etc.

• Coordinates work of contracted vendors, as assigned, and ensures timely delivery of goods and/or services

• Compiles and analyzes information and prepares reports and/or other documentation for management review

• Negotiates licenses and/or vendor contracts

• Administers marketing budget(s)

• Researches and prepares budget proposals for marketing purposes

• Coordinates use of surveys and other market research instruments to collect appropriate information

• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time

Job Qualifications:

Preferred Education:

• Master’s Degree

Preferred Experience:

• 3 years’ experience in marketing, publications, public relations, business administration, communication, advertising or related field experience

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu.  Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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