Senior Brand & Communications Director, Performing Arts

John Hopkin’s University; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Peabody Institute seeks a Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications to lead division-wide communications strategies and brand growth.

The role advises senior leaders, directs a team, and manages national and local media relations with a focus on expanding the school’s external reputation. The position oversees owned media assets and social channels, aligns with university-wide strategy, and guides crisis communication efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Marketing or related field.
• Twelve years related experience.
• Master’s Degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience in the performing arts and higher education landscape preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of omnichannel, data-driven marketing, communication, and brand strategies.
• Lead the divisional team, manage budgets, and mentor staff.
• Collaborate with internal partners and Central Communications to align JHU-wide strategy.
• Develop and monitor metrics to evaluate campaign effectiveness and ROI.

Skills

Branding

Budgeting

Media Relations

Public Speaking

Writing

Editing

Stakeholder Engagement

Vendor Relationship Management

Communications Planning

Internal Communications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing or related field

Master’s Degree in a related field

Job description

Johns Hopkins Peabody Institute seeks a Sr. Director of Marketing and Communications to lead division-wide communications strategies and brand growth.

The role advises senior leaders, directs a team, and manages national and local media relations with a focus on expanding the school’s external reputation. The position oversees owned media assets and social channels, aligns with university-wide strategy, and guides crisis communication efforts.