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 driving regional research and economic development.
The position offers benefits eligibility and requires adherence to AP style and university brand standards while collaborating with university leadership to highlight successes and community impact.
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
Digital and traditional media storytelling
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in related field
Minimum two years public relations experience
Proficiency with digital publishing tools
Experience securing media coverage
Legal authority to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States