Director Of Communications

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Strong writing and editing skills
Social media background
Storytelling ability
The Director of Communications is responsible for news and other forms of content for the university, researching, writing, and editing content for news releases, newsletters, websites, and other digital channels

Job Summary

  • The Director of Communications is responsible for news and other forms of content for the university, researching, writing, and editing content for news releases, newsletters, websites, and other digital channels.
  • This position leads the communication team including writers and graduates, and requires a strong writing, editing, and social media background, adept at storytelling, and an understanding of print and online media relations.
  • The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university committed to its mission, driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community, and a major component of the city and state's growing profile.

Matching Summary

The Director of Communications is responsible for news and other forms of content for the university, researching, writing, and editing content for news releases, newsletters, websites, and other digital channels.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • strong writing and editing skills
  • social media background
  • storytelling ability
  • print and online media relations
  • content management systems

Nice-to-have

  • experience in higher education
  • securing media coverage
  • digital publishing tools
  • crisis communications

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mass communication, journalism, public relations, or related field
  • Minimum of two years of experience in public relations, news media, or communications

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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