Strategic Civic Communications Manager

University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a Communications & Public Relations Manager to lead marketing initiatives for the Institute of American Civics. You will develop content, manage digital communications, promote events, and ensure alignment with university brand standards.

The role requires collaboration with leadership, faculty, staff, students, and external partners to translate academic and public policy programs into engaging stories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, journalism, or PR.
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of branding, digital marketing, and audience engagement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of integrated marketing and communications plans.
• Translate complex topics into clear, engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Develop campaigns across digital, print, social, email, and web channels.
• Manage projects and provide direction to students, freelancers, and vendors.
• Analyze campaign performance and recommend improvements.
• Collaborate with campus partners to ensure brand consistency.

Education

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

Tools

Sprout Social

Monday.com

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Eventbrite

Job description

University of Tennessee, Knoxville seeks a Communications & Public Relations Manager to lead marketing initiatives for the Institute of American Civics. You will develop content, manage digital communications, promote events, and ensure alignment with university brand standards.

The role requires collaboration with leadership, faculty, staff, students, and external partners to translate academic and public policy programs into engaging stories.