Strategic Communications Lead – Inclusive History Project

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan seeks a Creative and experienced Communications Lead for the Inclusive History Project to expand outreach across campus and national audiences. You will craft written and graphic content, manage print and digital materials, and help design an engaging outreach strategy.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will collaborate with campus communicators, oversee social media, website updates, newsletters, and annual reports, and help amplify the project's impact while

Qualifications

• 3+ years of communications experience including storytelling, public relations, and/or marketing.
• Ability to translate humanities scholarship or historical research into accessible content for diverse audiences.
• Proven collaboration skills and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience developing and maintaining branding, websites, and online presence.
• Knowledge of social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning: create and implement a strategic communications plan for the IHP; develop its voice and measure communications.
• Written communications: draft press releases and materials for university publications; oversee print publications and annual reports.
• Digital media: maintain the IHP website and digital platforms; develop feature stories and email campaigns; build social media presence.

Skills

Storytelling

Public relations

Marketing

Social media management

Branding

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or relevant field

Tools

MailChimp

WordPress

Job description

The University of Michigan seeks a Creative and experienced Communications Lead for the Inclusive History Project to expand outreach across campus and national audiences. You will craft written and graphic content, manage print and digital materials, and help design an engaging outreach strategy.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will collaborate with campus communicators, oversee social media, website updates, newsletters, and annual reports, and help amplify the project's impact while