The Director of Communications leads the communication team and is responsible for producing targeted news content that supports university goals across various media
Job Summary
The Director of Communications leads the communication team and is responsible for producing targeted news content that supports university goals across various media.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university committed to accessible education and is a key contributor to the region's cultural and economic development.
Applicants must complete the application through the University of Arkansas System Career Site and the university conducts comprehensive background checks for employment.
Matching Summary
The Director of Communications leads the communication team and is responsible for producing targeted news content that supports university goals across various media.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Strong writing and editing skills
Media relations and story pitching
Content creation for digital platforms
AP style mastery
Team leadership and supervision
Nice-to-have
Experience in higher education communications
Proficiency with content management systems
Crisis communication skills
Storytelling across multiple formats
Interpersonal communication with diverse audiences
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in mass communication or related field
Minimum two years public relations or communications experience
Legal authority to work in the United States
Criminal background and sex offender registry checks
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States