Director of Communications and Marketing (FA718A)
The Batten College of Engineering and Technology (BCET) is seeking candidates for the Director of Communications and Marketing (full-time, 12 month) position. This position will develop, implement, and manage the strategic communications and branding for the BCET, encompassing publications (reports, articles, presentation materials, the College’s annual report), media relations, website, social media, and advertising. This position will also promote academic programs, departments, and research highlights, as well as the College’s outreach activities. Other duties include: provides oversight, logistical management and support for an array of event types, including orientation, recruiting events, conferences, workshops, board meetings and supports general public relations activities with alumni, corporate, and community partners.
Required Education: Master’s degree in communications, literature, English, marketing or a related field of study or a bachelor’s degree and related experience equivalent to a master’s degree in communications, literature, English, marketing or related field of study.
Required Qualifications: Considerable professional communications and marketing experience in a higher educational setting. Considerable experience writing and editing professional newsletters and promotional materials. Considerable experience at writing research press releases, as well as feature articles and straight news stories. Considerable experience in event planning. Considerable knowledge of marketing, public relations and communications principles/practices and strategies. Considerable knowledge of data collection, evaluation and reporting of program/plan effectiveness. Considerable knowledge of and skill in using Microsoft Office and Adobe software such as Creative Suite 6 Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign or similar applications. Considerable skill in editing, grammar and writing persuasively. Some knowledge of social media avenues and technologies for current emerging trends in marketing and advertising. Comprehensive communication skills and the ability to effectively interact with clients of diverse cultures. Demonstrated ability to assist in the composition layout and design of various college publications. Demonstrated ability to identify, organize and accomplish tasks in priority order and keep several projects moving ahead simultaneously all with a minimum of supervision. Demonstrated ability to interpret guidelines, policies and procedures to fit changing situations.
Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to interact well and maintain effective relationships with engineering alumni.
Review Date: The initial application review date for this position is November 18, 2019 and will remain open until filled.
To apply, please visit http://jobs.odu.edu/postings/11222. Old Dominion University does not discriminate in admissions, treatment, employment or access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), political affiliation, veteran status, family medical and genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.