Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, and implements comprehensive and proactive communications strategies (30%)
• Develop and execute cohesive communications and content strategy aligned with university goals.
• Set the tone and voice for content, including communications, media engagement, and brand positioning.
• Ensure consistency in messaging and voice across all external content formats.
• Lead visibility efforts across earned, owned, and social channels.
• Seek new channels, partnerships, and initiatives to expand Wright State's reach.
• Manage media relations, including pitching, press releases, briefings, and events (30%)
• Foster relationships with existing top-tier media outlets and expand media relationships to new outlets and contacts.
• Organize press events, prepare executive spokespeople, and create briefing materials.
• Proactively identify and address potential roadblocks, risks, and reputation challenges.
• Supervise and manage professional staff, freelancers, and partner relationships. (25%)

Requirements

• 5+ years progressive experience in marketing, communications, or related field
• Bachelor's degree communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or English required.
• Creative thinker in developing innovative ideas and solutions to media relations and communication challenges.
• Ability and experience developing relationships with the media, community, and with an internal audience.
• Ability and experience to think strategically - both long and short term.
• Self-starter with strong problem solving and organizational skills who can inspire and direct others in their work.
• Proven ability to shepherd projects from concept to completion, enlisting the support and enthusiasm of others in the process.
• Written communication and strong diplomatic skills are required, as well as the ability to work with senior administration.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects.

Preferred

• Master's degree
• Experience in higher education