Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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News and other forms of content
Strong writing and editing background
Social media background
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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Communications to oversee content creation and media relations, requiring strong writing and editing skills along with experience in public relations. The ideal candidate will manage a communications team and engage with various media outlets to promote the university's initiatives and successes.
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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 requires a Bachelor’s degree in mass communication, journalism, public relations, or a related field with a minimum of two years of experience.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is seeking a Director of Communications to oversee content creation and media relations, requiring strong writing and editing skills along with experience in public relations. The ideal candidate will manage a communications team and engage with various media outlets to promote the university's initiatives and successes.
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Salary
Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
news and other forms of content
strong writing and editing background
social media background
understanding of print and online media relations
content management systems
digital publishing tools
Nice-to-have
adept at storytelling
experience in higher education communications
nonprofit sectors experience
success in securing media coverage
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