director marketing communications

ST. MATTHEW'S HOUSE

<div>Description:

OUR CORE PURPOSE:
As an expression of God&rsquo;s love in Southwest Florida, we are growing to ensure that no one experiencing hunger, homelessness or addiction is alone or without a pathway for their journey from crisis to contributor. Together with our partners and participants, we cultivate communities where people are progressively seen, accepted, challenged, and supported.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Director of Marketing &amp; Integrated Communications is a strategic, hands-on leader responsible for strengthening St. Matthew&rsquo;s House&rsquo;s brand, advancing fundraising and event efforts, supporting volunteer engagement, and driving awareness and revenue for our social enterprises. This role also supports internal departments including HR, Facilities, and Programs.
This position blends vision, storytelling, and execution. The Director stewards SMH&rsquo;s Christ-centered mission story and ensures clear, compelling, and consistent messaging across Mission, Development, Events, and Social Enterprises. This leader not only connects campaigns across channels but helps define what story we tell and how it resonates with donors, clients, volunteers, customers, and the broader community.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership &amp; Team Development<ul><li>
Lead, coach, and manage a team of marketing professionals</li><li>
Establish clear workflows, deadlines, and accountability</li><li>
Drive projects from idea - plan - execution - completion</li><li>
Build a culture of excellence, momentum, and follow-through</li></ul>
Mission Storytelling &amp; Message Strategy<ul><li>
Define and steward SMH&rsquo;s holistic mission narrative</li><li>
Ensure messaging clarity around who we are, who we serve, and why it matters</li><li>
Apply story-driven frameworks to unify messaging across audiences</li></ul>
Integrated Marketing &amp; Brand Strategy<ul><li>
Design and execute multi-channel campaigns across brand, fundraising, events, and social enterprises</li><li>
Strengthen brand positioning, audience segmentation, and differentiation</li><li>
Maintain tone of voice and brand consistency across ministry and enterprise contexts</li></ul>
Fundraising, Events &amp; Social Enterprise Marketing<ul><li>
Partner with Development on donor communications and fundraising campaigns</li><li>
Drive event awareness, attendance, and engagement</li><li>
Support marketing strategies that grow traffic, revenue, and loyalty for Social Enterprises</li></ul>
Digital Platforms, AI &amp; Analytics<ul><li>
Oversee website strategy, SEO, social media, and digital advertising</li><li>
Use CRM tools (Virtuous preferred) for segmentation, execution, and reporting</li><li>
Champion modern tools, automation, analytics, and AI (Copilot and approved tools) to improve efficiency and output</li></ul>
Requirements:

 Qualifications
Required<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field</li><li>
5+ years of marketing experience with significant leadership responsibility</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to shape message strategy and execute integrated campaigns</li><li>
Strong project management, communication, and collaboration skills</li><li>
Mission-driven mindset and alignment with SMH Core Values: Helpful, Healing, Excellence, God-Honoring</li></ul>
Preferred<ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree</li><li>
Nonprofit, fundraising, or ministry communications experience</li><li>
Experience marketing retail, food service, or social enterprises</li></ul>
Additional Requirements<ul><li>
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li><li>
Flexibility to work occasional nights/weekends and travel to SMH locations</li><li>
Valid Florida driver&rsquo;s license and required auto insurance. This role requires maintaining primary auto insurance minimum liability limits of $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury, $100,000 property damage or $300,000 combined single limit. Must be an approved St. Matthew's House driver.</li><li>
Ability to lift and operate production equipment (25lbs+)</li></ul></div>

Director Integrated Marketing/Communications

American Heart Association

<div>Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today&rsquo;s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
The American Heart Association has an opening for a Communications Marketing Director in our Greensboro Market! This position will focus on developing and implementing communications and marketing plans that promote the American Heart Association&rsquo;s strategic priorities, events and cause initiatives throughout Greensboro.
The ideal candidate will live in Greensboro.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
\#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Responsibilities
<ul><li>Develops and implements local strategic communications plans that promote the American Heart Association's nationally driven priorities, local events, community impact, Science news and cause initiatives</li>
<li>Writes, distributes and pitches news releases and other supporting media materials to local traditional and non-traditional media</li>
<li>Secures media sponsorships for local events and priority initiatives, as appropriate.</li>
<li>Implements awareness campaigns around heart and stroke related topics and works collaboratively with other key market staff to develop an integrated approach to such campaigns.</li>
<li>Works with staff to ensure that national branding guidelines are followed</li>
<li>Develops and implements communications plans for sponsor funded activations.</li>
<li>Coordinates and implements communications plans in conjunction with strategic alliances</li>
<li>Identifies, secures and media trains local spokespersons.</li>
<li>Provides marketing and communications support for development and fundraising events and activations, as appropriate</li>
<li>Identifies human interest stories for media coverage, social media posts, internal and external communications channels and event integration</li>
<li>Tracks all media coverage via a media tracking system and manages a spokesperson database. Works with video production companies to produce videos for events, social media and other marketing communications resources.</li>
<li>Works with photographers to produce photography for events, social media and other marketing and communications resources</li>
</ul>Other Job Duties:
<ul><li>Develops and implements media events, as appropriate.</li>
<li>Works to place Public Service Announcements (PSA) locally.</li>
<li>Works with Southeast Region&rsquo;s VP of Communications and Marketing to manage local crises or sensitive issues.</li>
<li>Works in collaboration with media advocacy staff to develop appropriate media advocacy strategies and implements strategies, as appropriate</li>
<li>Works with executive director and team to manage local paid advertising projects</li>
<li>Manages and implements other projects as identified by the executive director</li>
</ul>In this role, you will report to the Executive Director.
Qualifications
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism or related field, or some college plus experience.</li>
<li>Typically requires minimum three years of work experience in communications, social media, public relations and journalism or any equivalent combination of training and work experience.</li>
<li>Experience applying the principles and practices of communications and marketing to the non-profit environment.</li>
<li>Experience working as a team member with multiple internal and external constituencies at varying levels: staff, media, external corporations, and volunteers.</li>
<li>Experience with crisis communications and sensitive issues.</li>
<li>Experience implementing communications campaigns, pitching to media, planning media events, and writing news releases.</li>
<li>Exceptional oral and written communications skills, including experience with speech writing, news writing for broadcast and print and general business writing.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of news media operations, newsgathering, and technology.</li>
<li>Must have at least intermediate knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office for word processing, email, PowerPoints, and spreadsheets.</li>
<li>Ability to do daily local travel up to 20%; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis.</li>
</ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits
The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards &amp; Benefits to see more details.
<ul><li>Compensation &ndash; Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That&rsquo;s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.</li>
<li>Performance and Recognition &ndash; You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.</li>
<li>Benefits &ndash; We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.</li>
<li>Professional Development &ndash; You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association&rsquo;s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.</li>
<li>Work-Life Harmonization &ndash; The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.</li>
<li>Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.</li>
</ul>The American Heart Association&rsquo;s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
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Default: Location : Location US-NC-Greensboro
Posted Date 6 days ago (4/7/2026 7:19 PM)
Requisition ID 2026-17381
Job Category Marketing, Communications &amp; Public Relations
Position Type Full Time</div>

Communications Marketing Director

University of Illinois

<div><div><div><div>Visiting Associate Director of Communications &amp; Marketing Technology - Ofc of Strat Recruit and Outr 
Hiring Department: Office of Strategic Recruitment and Outreach

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1039011
Posting Close Date: 5/25/2026
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $70,000 to $75,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements. 
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation&rsquo;s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent &ldquo;Best Colleges&rdquo; rankings published by U.S. News &amp; World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. 


Position Summary 
The Associate Director of Communications and Marketing Technology is an operational role supporting the Director in the day-to-day leadership of the Communications and Marketing Technology (CMT) unit within Strategic Recruitment and Outreach. The position oversees and participates in the planning, production, and maintenance of communications, marketing materials, and digital content that advance CMT and SRO recruitment goals. The Associate Director manages day-to-day operations and personally executes work within their area of expertise while supervising professional and student staff as assigned. 
Duties &amp; Responsibilities<ul><li>
Project and Team Management_x000d_ &bull; Execute and oversee the execution of routine communication projects and recurring tasks, ensuring deadlines and objectives are met._x000d_
</li></ul><ul><li>Manage the allocation of team resources across concurrent projects, ensuring balanced workloads and realistic timelines.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Oversee routine workflow processes, team operations, and information tracking.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the day-to-day workload of the team, balancing priorities and troubleshooting roadblocks.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Regularly review team performance metrics, resource allocation (time spent time, budgeting), as well as performance measures for content (deliverability, clicks, accessibility) and makes recommendations for improvements and adjustments.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Oversee daily operations of the assigned portfolio, balancing competing deadlines and resources.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Analyze project metrics and team capacity to recommend workflow or staffing adjustments.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Advise the unit head on setting goals, staffing plans, and process improvements.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Content Editing and Execution _x000d_ &bull; Independently manage and execute a portfolio of communication projects from conception to completion including, emails, web content, print publications, etc._x000d_
</li></ul><ul><li>Team expert and provides guidance on writing and design best practices, ensuring clarity and consistency in messaging.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintain a structured review process, including checklists and workflows that ensure quality control and feedback deadlines</li></ul>
<ul><li>Act as the final reviewer for all communications materials before production, ensuring accuracy and compliance with style guidelines.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintains source of truth documentation, archival process, general processes and guidelines.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Understanding of entire portfolio of CMT communications and their dependencies and how the systems work together to achieve the unit&rsquo;s goals</li></ul>
<ul><li>Apply brand standards consistently in all communication efforts while coordinating with external vendors as necessary.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coaches and develops staff members to refine their project management skills, writing and design skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Strategic Execution and Collaboration_x000d_ &bull; Work closely with the Director to translate strategic goals into actionable plans and systems._x000d_
</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborate with colleagues across departments to assess communication needs and develop appropriate systems to support those needs.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Works with unit leadership to advance alignment with institutional brand standards, messaging, and university-wide priorities as outlined by Strategic Marketing and Communications.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure that deadlines dictated by the external partners and higher education industry are met.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Continually identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency in team operations.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Leadership and Staff Development_x000d_ &bull; Help foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and workload balance._x000d_
</li></ul><ul><li>Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.</li></ul> 


Minimum Qualifications 
Bachelor's Degree 
 
Five years of progressive experience in communications, project management, design, or related work in higher education or related sector 
 
Demonstrated project management and supervisory experience. 
 
Preferred Qualifications 
Master&rsquo;s degree in communications, marketing, or related field. 
Experience in higher education enrollment communications. 
Familiarity with Slate CRM or similar campaign management tools. 
Experience managing both creative and production staff. 
Familiarity with HTML, email platforms, and content management systems.Proficiency in basic design principles and a willingness to learn design tools.Understanding of accessibility and brand compliance standards. 
Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills. 
Strong organizational and leadership skills to oversee daily team operations. 
Ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and urgent requests. 

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.</div></div></div></div><div></div>

Visiting Associate Director of Communications & Marketing Technology - Ofc of Strat Recruit and Outr

Rawaj - Human Capital Management

<div>Leverage your expertise and join the dynamic team of a leading Saudi telecommunications company.
As a Commercial Director , you will lead the full commercial strategy and execution across large-scale infrastructure and telecom projects including 5G rollout, wireless/non-wireless network solutions, fiber optic/cables, and data center development. 
They own revenue growth, contract governance, pricing, commercial risk, and client relationship management, ensuring profitable, competitive, and compliant commercial operations. 
Technical/engineering understanding is highly preferred due to the complexity of solutions offered.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Accountabilities</h2>
The position involves:<ul><li>
Develop and execute the company&rsquo;s commercial strategy in line with long-term business goals for telecom and infra solutions.</li><li>
Own full P&amp;L, revenue forecasting, and margin optimization.</li><li>
Identify new markets (5G operators, government entities, ICT integrators, data center developers).</li><li>
Lead high-stakes negotiations with MNOs, ISPs, contractors, and enterprise clients.</li><li>
Build strategic alliances with vendors, technology partners, and subcontractors (wireless, fiber, civil, MEP).</li><li>
Expand client portfolio in infrastructure, telecom, and data center sectors</li><li>
Oversee commercial proposals, pricing models, and cost structures for infra/5G/data center projects.</li><li>
Ensure technical alignment between engineering scopes and commercial terms.</li><li>
Lead tender reviews, bid defense meetings, and contract clarifications.</li><li>
Lead contract negotiation (FIDIC, EPC, turnkey, SLAs, managed services).</li><li>
Mitigate commercial, legal, and operational risks.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with government regulations, telecom operator standards, and data center Tier/ISO requirements.</li><li>
Track telecom infrastructure trends (5G densification, fiber-to-site, edge DC demand).</li><li>
Benchmark competitors, pricing, and new technologies.</li><li>
Drive new revenue streams in data centers, IoT platforms, and fiber backbone solutions.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience</h2>
We are Looking for: 
 
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering (Telecom, Electrical, Electronics, Communications, or related) is preferable</li><li>
Minimum 15 years of experience in commercial, business development, or contract roles.</li><li>
Solid understanding of:<ul><li>
5G RAN &amp; transmission solutions</li><li>
Fiber optic networks, OSP/ISP, cables, ducts</li><li>
Data center design &amp; Tier standards</li><li>
Power, cooling, civil, and MEP interfaces</li></ul></li><li>
Strong commercial structuring and contract drafting skills.</li><li>
Proven success handling mega-project bids and commercial negotiations.</li><li>
Strong financial modeling, pricing, and P&amp;L ownership.</li><li>
Executive-level communication and negotiation.</li><li>
Strategic thinker with analytical mindset.</li><li>
Leadership that inspires teams and builds credibility with technical stakeholders.</li><li>
Ability to operate in fast-paced, tech-driven environments.</li></ul></div>

Commercial Director - Telecommunications | Saudi Arabia

Johns Hopkins University

<div>The Assistant Director for Internal Communications and Staff Engagement is responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive tactical communications plan for a designated area of responsibility. Provides consultation and recommendations related to the development of communication media for major publications and/or significant initiatives and programs. Responsible for the writing and production of a wide variety of communication vehicles, including marketing and promotional materials and publications. 
Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) supports Johns Hopkins&rsquo; focus on research, teaching, and patient care and its role as a national and global leader in higher education. We create and foster enduring relationships that result in advocacy and philanthropic support for Johns Hopkins University &amp; Medicine&mdash;strengthening the institution through partnerships with donors, alumni, volunteer leaders, faculty, students, staff, and patients. 
 
The Assistant Director for Internal Communications and Staff Engagement is a critical partner and project manager within DAR. Jointly reporting to Development Communications and Talent Management, the Communications Associate will support a program designed to engage and inform the DAR workforce, strengthen divisional culture, and amplify leadership messaging across the organization. 
 
Specific Duties &amp; Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Generate and recommend original and creative approaches to communicate, market, and/or promote specific subject matter.
</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert for multiple communications vehicles.</li><li>
Write and edit multiple and varied publications, reports, web pages, grants, executive remarks, and news releases.
</li><li>Conduct interviews, research, and information gathering.</li><li>
Manage production of materials, including selection and layout of artwork, graphics, pictures, and illustrations.
</li><li>May coordinate, direct, and review the work of communications staff, e.g., freelance writers, photographers, and production staff.
</li><li>May negotiate with vendors.</li><li>
Provide editorial oversight and review of communications vehicles for the designated area.</li><li>
Lead the day-to-day creation and management of marketing plans, media, web, and public relations strategies by working with the broader Marketing &amp; Communications department.</li><li>
Serve as the primary contact with vendor agencies.</li><li>
Lead the development and execution of marketing strategies and plans including external media planning and buying efforts across digital and traditional media, marketing events, and partnership marketing opportunities.</li><li>
Lead engagement and relationship management strategies by leveraging direct marketing tools to drive results, e.g., email/Salesforce, and other CRM tools.</li><li>
In partnership with stakeholders utilize and optimize SEO/SEM, email campaigns, user experience, digital advertising, promotions, and social media, etc. to build brand/program awareness, generate leads, and maximize engagement with participants
</li><li>Measure and analyze campaigns and/or project data and make adjustments to maximize ROI.</li><li>
Develop creative briefs to ensure marketing materials and program messaging are accurate and created in a timely manner.</li><li>
Drive implementation of best practices through all paid and unpaid channels.
</li><li>Organize marketing promotional events and ensure prompt delivery of materials and merchandise.</li><li>
Ensure brand consistency across all channels, e.g. websites, email, social media, events, flyers, etc.</li><li>
Lead website strategy and related needs including management of associated vendor(s) as applicable.</li><li>
Apply an understanding of relevant landscapes to monitor, report, and provide insights and recommendations.
</li><li>Analyze plans and performance using KPIs and ROI analysis and apply learning for next steps.</li><li>
Manage and monitor area budgeting and forecasting.
</li><li>Collaborate with peers to share learnings and help cross-promote programs as applicable.</li><li>
May oversee the work of support staff in the unit or others with related responsibilities.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
In addition to the duties described above, the Assistant Director will:<ul><li>
Be tasked with project management, communications planning and measurement, and creative and technical support of internal staff and leadership events, including annual all-staff gatherings, semi-annual manager retreats, quarterly all-staff webinars, and other events as directed by leadership.</li><li>
Draft leadership message guidance, internal emails, and other communications, adapting to personal tone and style. Build multi-step internal communications plans for different audiences within and beyond DAR.</li><li>
Oversee and manage internal communications tools and platforms supporting DAR staff, including but not limited to Teams channels and DARConnect (intranet hub). Oversee information reviews and evaluate the success and utilization of platforms across DAR audiences. Build workflows that keep information up to date and engaging.</li><li>
Oversee annual calendar of staff-focused communications, including annual reminders, save-the-dates, and employee recognition.</li></ul> 
 
 
Minimum Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in a related field.</li><li>
Four years of related experience.</li><li>
Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.</li></ul> 

Preferred Qualifications 
<ul><li>
This position will work closely with sensitive and confidential information and requires integrity, discretion, strong interpersonal skills, the ability to navigate complex situations, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Experience building communications plans in a complex environment</li><li>
Experience managing intranet and/or SharePoint pages</li></ul> 
Classified Title: Communications Associate 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Assistant Director for Internal Communications &amp; Staff Engagement
 
Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PD
 
Starting Salary Range: Minimum: $62,899 - Maximum: $110,100 (targeted salary: $87,700; commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Mount Washington Campus 
Department name: 10001647-Development Communications 
Personnel area: University Administration
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Assistant Director for Internal Communications & Staff Engagement

Virginia Commonwealth University

<div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>45001906
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>907 Floyd Avenue, VCU Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Communications
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Staff
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Institute for Contemporary Art MBU</li></ul></div></div><div> 
</div><div>Advertising Summary: The Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for the position of Director of Communications and Public Engagement.

Unit: Institute for Contemporary Art MBU

Department: Institute for Contemporary Art

Department Summary: Designed by Steven Holl Architects and located at the corner of Broad and Belvidere, the Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA) at VCU presents the art of our time and provides an open forum for dialogue and collaboration across the region and throughout the world. With free admission, the ICA is a major resource for VCU, Richmond, and beyond.

Duties &amp; Responsibilities:

The Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for the position of Director of Communications and Public Engagement

The ICA is a non-collecting institution that showcases a changing slate of exhibitions, performances, and programs. With a mission to listen, create, and make art public, the ICA is a place to explore new ideas, providing an open forum for dialogue and collaboration across the region and the world. Opened in 2018 in the LEED Gold-certified,Steven Holl-designed Markel Center, the ICA is a part of VCU&rsquo;s School of the Arts, linking the campus and the city of Richmond to an international network of contemporary artists and organizations, and encouraging working partnerships with VCU departments, faculty, students, and the broader community. ICA admission is free and open to all.

The ICA&rsquo;s artistic program includes exhibitions, film screenings, talks and discussions, outdoor activations, publications and performances and serves a broad public. In 2020, in partnership with VPM, the VPM+ICA Community Media Center was launched, which presents the annual Levels Up Academy podcasting forum, and the Resonate podcast festival. The Director of Communications and Public Engagement will design and execute an integrated strategic marketing and communications plan for the ICA with focus on the following priorities:
<ul>
<li>Enhancing the ICA&rsquo;s mission and brand through digital engagement, storytelling editorial strategies and public relations
</li>
<li>Expanding awareness of the ICA&rsquo;s local, regional and international reputation
</li>
<li>Engage audiences and publics in ways that embody the ICA&rsquo;s mission to listen, create, and make art public
</li>
</ul>The Director of Communications and Public Engagement will work in close collaboration with other senior staff at the ICA, across VCU and with external consultants. They will lead and appropriately staff the communications team (Digital Strategist and Editor) in addition to project-specific graphic designers and part-time graduate student interns.

Reporting directly to the ICA&rsquo;s Executive Director, the Director of Communications and Public Engagement is a member of the ICA&rsquo;s managing staff. In addition, the Director of Communications and Public Engagement has a dotted supervisory line to the VCUarts Director of Communications and Marketing.

Position Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Develop strategies that showcase the institute&rsquo;s brand narrative.
</li>
<li>Devise, implement and maintain the overall marketing, communications and storytelling strategies of the ICA.
</li>
<li>Hone effective communication techniques for reaching and motivating the ICA&rsquo;s audiences to drive visitorship, program attendance, and giving
</li>
<li>Support the Digital Strategist in prioritizing innovative and effective digital engagement and storytelling content aligned with the mission and strategic goals of the ICA.
</li>
<li>Lead and coordinate the production process for various media and platforms, working with in-house and external freelance IT specialists, programmers, designers, and developers to execute projects.
</li>
<li>Establishing systems and procedures that map departmental priorities onto project-related tasks aligned with the ICA institutional priorities
</li>
<li>Work with department heads to develop content for the ICA&rsquo;s website and related digital products and initiativesEvaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of internal and external information; obtain feedback from the public and internal personnel through surveys, public opinion studies, and/or focus group meetings.
</li>
<li>Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with VCU and VCUarts communications teams, and other VCU faculty and staff, community leaders, donors, and representatives of communications media and governmental organizations.
</li>
<li>Analyze situations accurately, adopt an effective course of action, and maintain sound decision-making in all situations; exercise authority of the position with diplomacy, honesty, integrity, humor, and tact.
</li>
<li>Provide motivation, professional development support, and daily project management for the Communications Team, comprising the Creative Director, Designers, Social Strategist, Interns, freelance writers, etc.
</li>
</ul>Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree plus three to five years of professional-level experience in marketing and communications, including experience of leading an agency or in-house creative team. Those who have a combination of professional training, experience, and education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree are invited to apply.</li>
<li>
Have demonstrated experience with various communications and content channels and platforms, successfully leading, developing, and implementing communications, marketing and digital strategy across organizations, ideally within the cultural sector
</li>
<li>Possess a strong business acumen and excellent leadership skills, and be able to demonstrate strategic thinking and planning over multi-year periods working on a variety of projects across multiple platforms.
</li>
<li>Be passionate about contemporary art and culture.
</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience working within and across teams, and working collaboratively to execute the vision of creatives
</li>
<li>Possesses exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including writing, editing, and proofreading.
</li>
<li>Be well organized, highly motivated, and able to work and lead in a fast-paced and digital environment.
</li>
<li>Must be self-motivated, strategic, creative, entrepreneurial, and detail-oriented
</li>
<li>Be able to problem-solve using sound judgment and professional discretion.
</li>
<li>Have demonstrated strong work ethic and time management skills.
</li>
<li>Be an adaptive leader.
</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
</li>
</ul>Preferred Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Five or more years of leading an agency or in-house creative team in the museum or arts industry
</li>
<li>Graduate-level degree in a related field.</li>
<li>
A track record of innovative use of online platforms and digital technologies to drive engagement and interaction with audiences, spanning web, mobile, social media, and onsite interactive media.
</li>
<li>Experience developing digital products on the basis of user-centered research and of using data analytics to inform decisions.
</li>
</ul>Salary Range: $80,000 - $92,000

Application Deadline: For best consideration, application materials due by Monday, May 11.

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU&rsquo;s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt 
 
Hours per Week: 40

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

University Job Title: 1322S - Sr Communications Specialist Senior 


Contact Information: 
Contact Name: VCUarts HR 
Contact Email: artshr@vcu.edu</div></div></div></div>

Institute for Contemporary Art Director of Communications and Public Engagement

<div><div><div><ul><li>45001906
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>907 Floyd Avenue, VCU Main Campus, Virginia, United States, 23284
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>VP Academic Affairs SML
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Communications
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Full-Time (Salaried)
</li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Virginia Commonwealth University</li></ul></div></div><div> 
</div><div>Advertising Summary: The Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for the position of Director of Communications and Public Engagement.

Unit: Institute for Contemporary Art MBU

Department: Institute for Contemporary Art

Department Summary: Designed by Steven Holl Architects and located at the corner of Broad and Belvidere, the Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA) at VCU presents the art of our time and provides an open forum for dialogue and collaboration across the region and throughout the world. With free admission, the ICA is a major resource for VCU, Richmond, and beyond.

Duties &amp; Responsibilities:

The Institute for Contemporary Art (ICA) at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) invites applications for the position of Director of Communications and Public Engagement

The ICA is a non-collecting institution that showcases a changing slate of exhibitions, performances, and programs. With a mission to listen, create, and make art public, the ICA is a place to explore new ideas, providing an open forum for dialogue and collaboration across the region and the world. Opened in 2018 in the LEED Gold-certified,Steven Holl-designed Markel Center, the ICA is a part of VCU&rsquo;s School of the Arts, linking the campus and the city of Richmond to an international network of contemporary artists and organizations, and encouraging working partnerships with VCU departments, faculty, students, and the broader community. ICA admission is free and open to all.

The ICA&rsquo;s artistic program includes exhibitions, film screenings, talks and discussions, outdoor activations, publications and performances and serves a broad public. In 2020, in partnership with VPM, the VPM+ICA Community Media Center was launched, which presents the annual Levels Up Academy podcasting forum, and the Resonate podcast festival. The Director of Communications and Public Engagement will design and execute an integrated strategic marketing and communications plan for the ICA with focus on the following priorities:
<ul>
<li>Enhancing the ICA&rsquo;s mission and brand through digital engagement, storytelling editorial strategies and public relations
</li>
<li>Expanding awareness of the ICA&rsquo;s local, regional and international reputation
</li>
<li>Engage audiences and publics in ways that embody the ICA&rsquo;s mission to listen, create, and make art public
</li>
</ul>The Director of Communications and Public Engagement will work in close collaboration with other senior staff at the ICA, across VCU and with external consultants. They will lead and appropriately staff the communications team (Digital Strategist and Editor) in addition to project-specific graphic designers and part-time graduate student interns.

Reporting directly to the ICA&rsquo;s Executive Director, the Director of Communications and Public Engagement is a member of the ICA&rsquo;s managing staff. In addition, the Director of Communications and Public Engagement has a dotted supervisory line to the VCUarts Director of Communications and Marketing.

Position Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Develop strategies that showcase the institute&rsquo;s brand narrative.
</li>
<li>Devise, implement and maintain the overall marketing, communications and storytelling strategies of the ICA.
</li>
<li>Hone effective communication techniques for reaching and motivating the ICA&rsquo;s audiences to drive visitorship, program attendance, and giving
</li>
<li>Support the Digital Strategist in prioritizing innovative and effective digital engagement and storytelling content aligned with the mission and strategic goals of the ICA.
</li>
<li>Lead and coordinate the production process for various media and platforms, working with in-house and external freelance IT specialists, programmers, designers, and developers to execute projects.
</li>
<li>Establishing systems and procedures that map departmental priorities onto project-related tasks aligned with the ICA institutional priorities
</li>
<li>Work with department heads to develop content for the ICA&rsquo;s website and related digital products and initiativesEvaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of internal and external information; obtain feedback from the public and internal personnel through surveys, public opinion studies, and/or focus group meetings.
</li>
<li>Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with VCU and VCUarts communications teams, and other VCU faculty and staff, community leaders, donors, and representatives of communications media and governmental organizations.
</li>
<li>Analyze situations accurately, adopt an effective course of action, and maintain sound decision-making in all situations; exercise authority of the position with diplomacy, honesty, integrity, humor, and tact.
</li>
<li>Provide motivation, professional development support, and daily project management for the Communications Team, comprising the Creative Director, Designers, Social Strategist, Interns, freelance writers, etc.
</li>
</ul>Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree plus three to five years of professional-level experience in marketing and communications, including experience of leading an agency or in-house creative team. Those who have a combination of professional training, experience, and education equivalent to a Bachelor's degree are invited to apply.</li>
<li>
Have demonstrated experience with various communications and content channels and platforms, successfully leading, developing, and implementing communications, marketing and digital strategy across organizations, ideally within the cultural sector
</li>
<li>Possess a strong business acumen and excellent leadership skills, and be able to demonstrate strategic thinking and planning over multi-year periods working on a variety of projects across multiple platforms.
</li>
<li>Be passionate about contemporary art and culture.
</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience working within and across teams, and working collaboratively to execute the vision of creatives
</li>
<li>Possesses exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including writing, editing, and proofreading.
</li>
<li>Be well organized, highly motivated, and able to work and lead in a fast-paced and digital environment.
</li>
<li>Must be self-motivated, strategic, creative, entrepreneurial, and detail-oriented
</li>
<li>Be able to problem-solve using sound judgment and professional discretion.
</li>
<li>Have demonstrated strong work ethic and time management skills.
</li>
<li>Be an adaptive leader.
</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a staff member at VCU
</li>
</ul>Preferred Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Five or more years of leading an agency or in-house creative team in the museum or arts industry
</li>
<li>Graduate-level degree in a related field.</li>
<li>
A track record of innovative use of online platforms and digital technologies to drive engagement and interaction with audiences, spanning web, mobile, social media, and onsite interactive media.
</li>
<li>Experience developing digital products on the basis of user-centered research and of using data analytics to inform decisions.
</li>
</ul>Salary Range: $80,000 - $92,000

Application Deadline: For best consideration, application materials due by Monday, May 11.

Benefits: All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU&rsquo;s robust benefits package that includes comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave, generous tuition benefits, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more.

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt 
 
Hours per Week: 40

Restricted Position: No

ORP Eligible: No

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

University Job Title: 1322S - Sr Communications Specialist Senior 


Contact Information: 
Contact Name: VCUarts HR 
Contact Email: artshr@vcu.edu</div></div>

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