IGNITE Communication & Marketing Manager
Posted 2025-04-22Job Title: IGNITE Communication & Marketing Manager
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 59689
Department The Division of Research seeks to fill the role of IGNITE Communication & Marketing Manager.
Responsibilities
The IGNITE Marketing & Communications Manager is responsible for developing an overall marketing and communications strategy for the IGNITE Incubation Program and Commercialization within the Strategic Partnerships & Innovation team. The position reports directly to the IGNITE Program Director of the incubation program and indirectly to the Sr. Director of Commercialization. The IGNITE Marketing & Communications Manager serves in a professional communicator role and requires training and experience in oral and written communication.
Responsibilities include:
? Developing an overall marketing and communications strategy for the IGNITE Incubation Program and Commercialization, as well as leading, coordinating, and executing strategic initiatives to enhance visibility and community engagement.
? Creating, editing, and delivering high profile marketing and promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, and digital & multimedia content. Developing visual and written content and material that represents the marketing identity of Strategic Partnerships & Innovation team and the FSU Division of Research.
? Coordination on a wide variety of programs and activities designed to promote and publicize strategic initiatives (including but not limited to conferences, events, exhibition booths, roadshows, etc.). Engagement and collaboration with community and partner organizations to increase awareness of program initiatives.
? Developing and executing multichannel marketing campaigns in coordination with the communication team in the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR).
? Serves as a media contact and coordinates special events, including seminars and forums, press releases and events in coordination with FSU OVPR and University Communications & Marketing.
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree and four years of experience related to media, communications, and/or marketing services; or a high school diploma or equivalent and eight years of experience related to media, communications, and/or marketing services. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to eight years.)
Preferred Qualifications Experience with university research, incubation, or technology transfer communications and marketing or other technology-based area.
Other Information
The Strategic Partnerships and Innovation team within the Division of Research consists of the IGNITE Incubation Program, Commercialization, and Business & Industry Solutions organizational units. This position primarily supports the IGNITE Incubation Program and Commercialization. The IGNITE Incubation Program promotes, encourages, and enhances the research activities of FSU faculty, staff, and students, and brings together the strengths of FSU and the region, providing a critical interface to move university and community research into the marketplace, stimulate high-tech and biotech industries, and create jobs. Clients are FSU faculty, staff, and students; small business owners; and technology and economic development leaders in the community, especially representatives of government, business, and industry.
Commercialization is responsible for the identification, evaluation, development, protection, and commercialization of FSU intellectual property rights. For Commercialization, marketing and communication is primarily outward facing telling the stories of the public impacts of the utilization of research results and marketing to promote partnerships and find partners to develop and advance FSU intellectual property.
Contact Info
Cassidy Cooksey at [email protected]
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there?s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow?s news!
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How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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