Graduate Communications Lead

University of Wisconsin-Madison; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Comprehensive benefits package

Wisconsin Retirement System

Job summary

The Graduate School at UW–Madison seeks a Communications Manager to guide proactive communications for graduate education and postdoctoral training.

Reporting to the Assistant Dean, you will lead web content, email campaigns, analytics, and cross‑unit outreach, driving measurable impact. This full‑time hybrid role requires strong writing and collaboration across a large university.

Hybrid work includes at least 3 days on site and 1–2 days remote per week.

Qualifications

• Strong written communication with ability to adapt style for audience.
• Experience with website strategy and CMS (e.g., WordPress).
• Experience planning and executing targeted email campaigns.
• Ability to manage end-to-end communications projects.
• Ability to analyze web/email metrics to improve outreach.
• Collaborative mindset with cross-functional partners.
• Proactive planning and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day unit plans aligned with strategic initiatives.
• Identifies and updates unit policies and procedures.
• Directs unit programs and projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Writes and edits content for internal and external audiences.
• Develops and delivers communication materials across mediums.
• Collaborates with campus partners to align timelines and initiatives.

Skills

Written communication

Website strategy

Email marketing

Project management

Web analytics

Collaboration

Proactive planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

WordPress

Eloqua

Job description

The Graduate School at UW–Madison seeks a Communications Manager to guide proactive communications for graduate education and postdoctoral training.

Reporting to the Assistant Dean, you will lead web content, email campaigns, analytics, and cross‑unit outreach, driving measurable impact. This full‑time hybrid role requires strong writing and collaboration across a large university.

Hybrid work includes at least 3 days on site and 1–2 days remote per week.