Director of Strategic Communications & Media Relations

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston – Dean, Pharmacy seeks a Communications Director responsible for internal and external communications for a large college, directing a full media relations and marketing program and serving as primary media contact. You will build relationships with stakeholders, manage content for college websites, supervise events, and advise senior leaders on media strategy.

This role requires a 4-year degree and at least five years of related experience; UH system emphasizes equal

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of directly job-related experience.
• Formal 4-year degree in a related field is required.
• Strong understanding of media landscape at local, national and international levels.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages a comprehensive communications and media relations program.
• Directs planning, budgeting, and staff management for the department.
• Fosters relationships with stakeholders to raise visibility of the college.
• Serves as primary media contact for local, national, and international outlets.
• Coordinates marketing for college events and liaises with senior administration.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Budget management

Staff management

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field

Tools

Content management systems (CMS)

Job description

The University of Houston – Dean, Pharmacy seeks a Communications Director responsible for internal and external communications for a large college, directing a full media relations and marketing program and serving as primary media contact. You will build relationships with stakeholders, manage content for college websites, supervise events, and advise senior leaders on media strategy.

This role requires a 4-year degree and at least five years of related experience; UH system emphasizes equal