Chief Communications & Brand Officer

Oberlin College and Conservatory; Oberlin (OH); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Oberlin College and Conservatory in Oberlin, Ohio, seeks a trusted leader to serve as Vice President for Communications. The VP will shape and execute a comprehensive, institution-wide communications strategy that aligns branding, messaging, and media relations across the College and Conservatory.

Reporting to the President and partnering with the ELT, the VP will lead crisis communications, elevate Oberlin’s reputation, oversee a high-performing team, and serve as a public spokesperson to

Responsibilities

• Define and execute a comprehensive, institution-wide communications strategy.
• Align branding and messaging across Oberlin College and Conservatory.
• Lead crisis communications and serve as a public spokesperson.
• Oversee a high-performing communications team and staff development.
• Collaborate with the President, ELT, trustees, alumni, and students.

Job description

Oberlin College and Conservatory in Oberlin, Ohio, seeks a trusted leader to serve as Vice President for Communications. The VP will shape and execute a comprehensive, institution-wide communications strategy that aligns branding, messaging, and media relations across the College and Conservatory.

Reporting to the President and partnering with the ELT, the VP will lead crisis communications, elevate Oberlin’s reputation, oversee a high-performing team, and serve as a public spokesperson to