Arts Communications Lead — Web, Social & PR

Radford University; Radford (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Radford University seeks a CVPA Communications Officer to lead the college’s web and social media strategy, guiding public relations and publicity for programs, events, and recruitment. You will partner with the dean and department staff on communications initiatives and assist with press materials and visibility efforts.

The role requires strong writing, editing, and project management skills, experience with CMS, social media, and Adobe Creative Cloud. Evening/weekend flexibility is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent experience in communications, PR, marketing, journalism, or related field.
• Proven experience in communications, marketing, PR, digital media, AI, or content management.
• Experience creating written, visual, and digital communications for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing websites and CMS.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and organizational skills.
• Experience with social media platforms and management tools.
• Experience with graphic design software and digital content creation.
• Experience with AI.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to work evenings/weekends for events.
• 3-5 years of professional communications experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Oversee CVPA's web and social media presence.
• Assist departments with public relations and publicity.
• Collaborate with the dean and staff on program publicity and recruitment.
• Support development and programming activities.
• Duties in press releases and event promotion.

Skills

Communications

Public Relations

Marketing

Journalism

Web design

Graphic Design

Digital Media

Arts Administration

English

CMS management

AI

Content management

Written communications

Visual communications

Social media

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Evenings/weekends work

3-5 years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field

Tools

CMS

Adobe Creative Cloud

Job description

Radford University seeks a CVPA Communications Officer to lead the college’s web and social media strategy, guiding public relations and publicity for programs, events, and recruitment. You will partner with the dean and department staff on communications initiatives and assist with press materials and visibility efforts.

The role requires strong writing, editing, and project management skills, experience with CMS, social media, and Adobe Creative Cloud. Evening/weekend flexibility is expected.