Director Of Communications

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, US
Strong writing and editing skills
Media relations and story pitching
Content management systems proficiency
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 supporting university goals through storytelling across multiple platforms.

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 publishing tools knowledge
  • Interpersonal communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in mass communication or related field
  • Minimum two years public relations or communications experience
  • Experience securing media coverage
  • 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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