Support Center - Irving Michaels is looking for a creative Talent Brand Specialist to elevate our employer brand through innovative strategies. As the visionary driving our recruitment efforts, you'll craft compelling narratives and create memorable experiences to engage top talent at universities and various recruiting events. Your excellent communication skills and inspirational drive will be pivotal in building relationships and effectively conveying our employer value proposition. Major Activities: Employer Branding & Recruitment Marketing (50%) * Partner with the Employer Brand Manager to craft content, maintain paid media campaigns, and identify new opportunities to showcase our unique employer brand and EVP. * Collaborate cross-functionally to develop engaging content across various channels. * Monitor brand metrics and sentiment to recommend and implement future recruitment strategies. * Curate testimonials and success stories from employees to showcase externally. * Devise strategies to support recruitment marketing initiatives targeting diverse talent pools through multiple channels. * Optimize our careers website and craft eye-catching job postings to attract top-tier talent. University Relations (30%) * Foster university partnerships to amplify our presence across campuses. * Plan events, in-person and virtually, to connect with students at universities. * Analyze event metrics and recommend refinements to our campus recruitment approach. * Collaborate with faculty, career services, and student organizations to identify and implement engagement opportunities. * Plan and execute our summer internship program to create a memorable experience for interns and continue to develop our entry-talent pipeline. Candidate Experience (20%) * Schedule interviews and curate personalized itineraries for on-campus recruitment. * Responsible for travel logistics for recruitment teams attending career fairs and events. * Coordinate interview spaces and set up technology for presentations. * Handle reimbursements and invoices for recruitment expenses. Other duties as assigned Minimum Education * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Minimum Type of Experience the Job Requires * 2-4 years of experience in recruitment or talent acquisition support. Other * Strong project management and organizational skills. * Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities. * A customer service mindset with a knack for relationship-building. * Proficiency in MS Office and social media platforms. Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job. To review a comprehensive list of benefits, please visit Michaels Benefits (MIKBenefits.com) CO, CT, WA and RI only - To review pay ranges for the position you are applying for, please visit Michaels Pay Ranges - CO, CT, WA and RI. (MIKBenefits.com) For 50 years, Michaels has been the best place for all things creative. We strive to inspire our customers, cultivate confident leaders, and serve our communities by fostering an inclusive environment for everyone to learn, shop, and create. At Michaels, everyone has a seat at our craft table and every Team Member is encouraged to hone their craft with opportunities for personal and professional growth. From our Stores and Distribution Centers to Artistree and our Support Center, our best-in-class team is committed to delivering on our purpose to fuel the joy of creativity. As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,290 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com and Michaels.ca. The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels, a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all Makers to create, innovate and be better together. Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL). EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in English EEOC Know Your Rights Poster in Spanish EEOC Poster Optimized for Screen Readers Federal FMLA Poster Federal EPPAC Poster