Strategic Communications Director, College of Arts & Sciences

University of Delaware; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Delaware in Newark, DE seeks a Director of Communications for the College of Arts and Sciences. You will lead strategic communications, media relations, and digital storytelling to elevate the college’s profile with internal and external audiences.

You will collaborate with UD’s Office of Communications and Marketing and college units to plan and implement campaigns across print, web, and social media, ensuring accessibility and brand consistency.

Qualifications

• Candidate must have strong writing and editing abilities for diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience communicating university-scale priorities to internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements strategic communications plans for CAS.
• Leads digital, social and multimedia strategy for CAS engagement.
• Coordinates production and delivery of communications tactics with staff.
• Interacts with internal units to address communications goals.
• Collaborates with other UD colleges and external media for CAS.
• Develops targeted marketing and messaging across print, web and social channels.
• Advises senior CAS admins on goals and actions to stakeholders.
• Acts as the main point of contact for emergent communications.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing or related discipline

Job description

The University of Delaware in Newark, DE seeks a Director of Communications for the College of Arts and Sciences. You will lead strategic communications, media relations, and digital storytelling to elevate the college’s profile with internal and external audiences.

You will collaborate with UD’s Office of Communications and Marketing and college units to plan and implement campaigns across print, web, and social media, ensuring accessibility and brand consistency.