Director, Marketing & Communications — National Reach

Boston University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mehrotra Institute seeks a Director of Marketing and Communications to develop and execute a comprehensive marcom strategy that elevates visibility and builds the Institute's national reputation around business, markets, and society.

The role requires hands-on writing, content production, media outreach, and strategic planning, reporting to the Executive Director. The ideal candidate leads cross-functional initiatives and works closely with BU and Questrom central communications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public affairs, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in marketing, communications, or brand strategy, in higher education, research, or policy.
• Ability to develop and lead integrated, multi-stakeholder communications strategies.
• Strong writing and editing skills with ability to produce and commission compelling content for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive marcom strategy for diverse stakeholders.
• Translate research into public-facing content and media outreach.
• Elevate national visibility through proactive media relations and strategic partnerships.

Skills

Integrated communications

Media relations

Writing & editing

Digital analytics

Stakeholder management

Autonomy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMS

CRM

Analytics tools

Job description

Mehrotra Institute seeks a Director of Marketing and Communications to develop and execute a comprehensive marcom strategy that elevates visibility and builds the Institute's national reputation around business, markets, and society.

The role requires hands-on writing, content production, media outreach, and strategic planning, reporting to the Executive Director. The ideal candidate leads cross-functional initiatives and works closely with BU and Questrom central communications.