Base: commensurate with education + experience; bo...
Strong writing and editing skills
Media relations and pitching stories
Content creation for digital platforms
The Director of Communications is responsible for news and other forms of content for the university and leads the communication team including writers and graduates
Job Summary
The Director of Communications is responsible for news and other forms of content for the university and leads the communication team including writers and graduates.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university committed to providing accessible, quality education and serving as a driving force in the local cultural and economic community.
The position offers a salary commensurate with education and experience and includes benefits eligibility.
Matching Summary
The Director of Communications is responsible for news and other forms of content for the university and leads the communication team including writers and graduates.
Salary
Base: Commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Strong writing and editing skills
Media relations and pitching stories
Content creation for digital platforms
AP style mastery
Team leadership and supervision
Web content management systems
Nice-to-have
Storytelling across multiple formats
Experience in higher education communications
Proficiency with digital publishing tools
Crisis communications experience
Interpersonal communication with diverse audiences
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in mass communication or related field
Minimum two years public relations or communications experience
Experience securing media coverage
Proficiency with content management systems
Legal authority to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States