Director Of Communications

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Strong writing and editing skills
Media relations and story pitching
Content management systems proficiency
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 preparing students as innovators and leaders while contributing to regional research and economic development.
  • The position offers benefits eligibility and requires adherence to AP style and university brand standards while collaborating with diverse university departments and leadership.

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.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Media relations and story pitching
  • Content management systems proficiency
  • Social media content creation
  • Team leadership and supervision

Nice-to-have

  • Higher education communications experience
  • Nonprofit sector communications
  • Crisis communications support
  • Multimedia content production

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 digital publishing tools
  • Legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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