Director Of Communications

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
News releases
Newsletters
Websites
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Communications to lead its communication team, focusing on content creation for various media outlets. The ideal candidate should possess strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, particularly in a higher education context

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.
  • The successful candidate will have a strong writing, editing, and social media background, be adept at storytelling, and have an understanding of print and online media relations.
  • This position leads the communication team including writers and graduates and is responsible for writing, editing, and producing targeted news content for university publications, the web, and external outlets.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Communications to lead its communication team, focusing on content creation for various media outlets. The ideal candidate should possess strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, particularly in a higher education context.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • news releases
  • newsletters
  • websites
  • digital channels
  • social media background
  • print and online media relations

Nice-to-have

  • storytelling across multiple formats
  • content management systems
  • digital publishing tools
  • crisis communications
  • media response efforts

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in mass communication, journalism, public relations, or a related field
  • Minimum of two years of experience in public relations, news media, or communications
  • Experience in higher education communications or nonprofit sectors
  • Demonstrated success in securing media coverage
  • Proficiency with content management systems and digital publishing tools

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

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