Title

Strategist, Marketing

Position Type

Fulltime Staff

Search Type

External - minimum 7 days

Department

30R003 - StudentSuccess, Outreach&Chance;

Division

5R0000 - Student Success, Engage & Oppor

Position Location

Richmond Campus

Driver Classification

Non-Driver

FLSA

Exempt

Schedule Type

Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Posted Salary Grade

Exempt - G22

Retirement

KTRS

Contact Person

Brooke Gibson

Job Summary/Basic Functions The Marketing Strategist develops, implements, and optimizes data‑driven marketing strategies in support of EKU's institutional priorities, including enrollment, brand, academic programs, and student success. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Strategy and Creative, this position ensures marketing initiatives are targeted, measurable, and aligned with institutional goals.

The Marketing

Strategist executes audience segmentation, campaign performance analysis, and multi‑channel marketing strategy — including content and copywriting — to drive engagement and conversion across key audiences.

Minimum Qualifications Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, Journalism, or a related field. Experience may be substituted for specific degree requirements but not educational level.

Experience

Two years of experience in marketing, content development, or communications. Experience with multi‑channel marketing campaigns and digital platforms preferred. Familiarity with CRM systems (Technolutions Slate preferred) a plus

Job Duties





35% - Strategic Campaign Development & Execution Develops and implements multi‑channel marketing strategies integrating email, digital advertising, social media, print, and web content in support of institutional marketing priorities. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to ensure campaign messaging aligns with EKU's brand voice and strategic goals. Oversees campaign planning, timelines, execution, and performance tracking to optimize engagement and conversion rates. - (Essential)

25% - Content Development & Copywriting Writes and edits audience‑specific copy for email campaigns, web pages, social media, digital advertising, print collateral, and video scripts. Ensures all written content reflects EKU's brand voice and is appropriately tailored to the target audience and channel. Partners with the creative team to ensure copy and design are developed in alignment with campaign messaging strategy. - (Essential)

20% - Audience Segmentation & Personalization Leverages Technolutions Slate and other digital marketing platforms to develop targeted campaigns tailored to distinct audience segments. Implements A/B testing, automation workflows, and behavioral triggers to enhance marketing effectiveness. Ensures campaign messaging and visuals are appropriately tailored for each segment and funnel stage. - (Essential)





15% - Performance Analytics & Optimization Tracks and analyzes marketing KPIs including click‑through rates, conversions, engagement, and yield to inform decision‑making. Uses Google Analytics, CRM dashboards, and reporting tools to measure and refine marketing effectiveness. Provides data‑driven recommendations for campaign adjustments, messaging refinements, and budget considerations. - (Essential)

5% - Collaboration & Project Managemen Works with Admissions, Enrollment Management, Student Success, and other campus partners to ensure marketing efforts support institutional priorities. Supports project management functions including marketing calendars, deadlines, and vendor/agency coordination. - (Essential)

Sponsorship This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Funding Source Institutional

Open Until Filled Yes

EEO Statement Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement Offers of employment are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.

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