Senior Coastal Communications Director

UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia, within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, seeks a Communications Director for Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant. The role provides strategic direction for the unit’s communications, oversees content creation, and guides external outreach to enhance coastal science impact.

Leading a small communications team, you will collaborate with leadership, faculty, staff, partners, and stakeholders to deliver print, digital, and multimedia content and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent and 8 years of professional experience.
• Strong writing and editing skills for diverse audiences.
• Experience leading a communications team and coordinating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Direct the unit’s communications program and strategic planning.
• Oversee print, digital, and multimedia content, media relations, and events.
• Mentor staff and collaborate with leadership to advance coastal outreach and fundraising.

Skills

Project management

Copywriting

Strategic comms

Digital media

Staff supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Content Management Systems

Job description

The University of Georgia, within the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, seeks a Communications Director for Marine Extension and Georgia Sea Grant. The role provides strategic direction for the unit’s communications, oversees content creation, and guides external outreach to enhance coastal science impact.

Leading a small communications team, you will collaborate with leadership, faculty, staff, partners, and stakeholders to deliver print, digital, and multimedia content and