Director Of Communications

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, US
Strong writing and editing skills
Media relations and pitching stories
Content creation for digital platforms
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

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