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.
This position requires strong writing, editing, and social media skills, as well as the ability to develop relationships with media outlets and manage multiple projects.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university committed to providing accessible, quality education and serving as a regional leader in research and economic development.
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 pitching stories
Content creation for digital platforms
Team leadership and supervision
AP style mastery
Web content management
Nice-to-have
Storytelling across multiple formats
Experience in higher education communications
Proficiency with digital publishing tools
Crisis communications experience
Interpersonal communication skills
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in related field
Minimum two years public relations experience
Experience in higher education or nonprofit sectors
Proficiency with content management systems
Legal authority to work in the United States
Work Rights
Must have legal authority to work in the United States