Head of Communications & Content Strategy

Middle Georgia State University; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Parental Leave

Retirement

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Middle Georgia State University seeks a Director of Communications & Content Strategy to lead an integrated communications program across media relations, crisis communications, social/digital publication, and internal/external messaging. The role oversees editorial leadership, brand consistency, and cross-campus collaboration to elevate MGA’s reputation.

The position requires strong writing, leadership, and project management, with the ability to coordinate assets (photos/videos) and

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and editing skills for internal and external audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and calendars simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration across departments.
• Flexible schedule to meet deadlines and events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee internal and external communications strategy including media relations, crisis comms, social media, and publications.
• Act as spokesperson as needed and manage crisis communications plan.
• Develop and implement a proactive media relations strategy and training for university communities.
• Lead editorial processes, calendar, and ensure branding consistency across channels.
• Supervise full-time staff and coordinate freelancers as needed.
• Collaborate with Web Content Manager and Marketing to create assets for social channels and stories.

Skills

Excellent writing and editing

Multi-project management

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, public relations, journalism, media

Tools

Content management systems

Job description

Middle Georgia State University seeks a Director of Communications & Content Strategy to lead an integrated communications program across media relations, crisis communications, social/digital publication, and internal/external messaging. The role oversees editorial leadership, brand consistency, and cross-campus collaboration to elevate MGA’s reputation.

The position requires strong writing, leadership, and project management, with the ability to coordinate assets (photos/videos) and