Corcoran Marketing and Communications Manager

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

George Washington University’s Corcoran School seeks a Communications and Marketing Manager to advance its strategic priorities. The role directs internal and external communications, shaping messaging across channels including social media, websites, newsletters, and campaigns.

It partners with senior leadership to promote events, exhibitions, and stories of impact. The successful candidate will manage a range of communications, collaborate with faculty, and contribute to the school’s brand and

Qualifications

• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage social media platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to create, edit, monitor, and promote a wide range of content.
• Experience with online content management systems.
• Demonstrated skill in developing printed or digital collateral including design/video/photography guidance or execution.

Responsibilities

• Direct and implement internal and external communications and strategy for the Corcoran School.
• Shape messaging across channels including social media, websites, newsletters, advertising campaigns and marketing collateral.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on messaging and external/internal communications, and promote events and exhibitions.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Social media management

Content creation and editing

Online content management systems

Content development collateral (print/

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area

Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area

Job description

Corcoran Marketing and Communications Manager

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

George Washington University is seeking a Communications and Marketing Manager to advance and support the strategic priorities of its Corcoran School of the Arts & Design. The Communications and Marketing Manager is responsible for creating and executing comprehensive communications and marketing strategy that positions the Corcoran School as a leader in the arts and art scholarship, advances its organizational brand, and manages its voice in public-facing materials. Responsibilities include directing, managing, and implementing internal and external communications and strategy for the school’s academic divisions, partnerships, community engagement initiatives, events and exhibitions. The manager will help shape and iterate messaging across communications channels, including social media, websites, newsletters, advertising campaigns and marketing collateral. The manager will also work with the schools’ senior leadership on messaging and critical external and internal communications, as well as event promotion and creation of video content to engage and inform key stakeholders. The manager will also build and maintain close relationships with faculty to identify and promote stories of impact and innovation.

This is a position for a proactive, responsive and motivated individual willing to work within a dynamic educational and programmatic environment, and contribute to the broader institutional vision. Performs other work related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

About the Corcoran School of the Arts & Design

GW’s Corcoran School of the Arts and Design is dedicated to educating the next generation of cultural leaders. Part of the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, the school functions as an incubator for artists, designers and scholars, who learn from internationally renowned faculty at the intersection of creativity and social innovation. The school has seven program areas that offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in art history, design, interior architecture, museum studies, music, fine arts, theatre and dance. Its home in Washington, D.C., means students work and study at some of the city’s most prestigious companies, galleries and museums.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and at least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage social media platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to create, edit, monitor, and promote a wide range of content.
• Experience with online content management systems.
• Demonstrated skill in developing printed or digital collateral including providing guidance and direction or executing design, video, or other photography work.

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department:

College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operation

Family

Family Comm, Mktg & Media

Sub-Family

Sub-Family Communications and Public Relations

Stream

Level

Level Level 2

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule:

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Occasional evenings and weekends.

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Employee Onsite Status Hybrid

Telework:

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check:

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number:

Posting Number: S014536

Job Open Date:

Job Open Date: 10/23/2026

Job Close Date:

Job Close Date: 10/30/2026

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
  • No
  • Yes
• * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder,employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
  • Yes, IEP complete
  • No, still in IEP
  • N/a - not a current GW employee
• * Briefly describe your relevant professional experience. (Open Ended Question)
• * What is your salary range expectation. (Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Human Resource
Management & Development

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