Associate Director of Communications at Fordham University | New York City, NY | $81K/yr – $100K/yr

Fordham University

Associate Director of Communications

New York City, NY (Hybrid)

$81K/yr – $100K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 1 month ago

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Job Summary

Own and coordinate media relations and external PR to position the school for lucrative consulting opportunities while shaping admissions messaging and thought leadership tied to faculty expertise.

Oversee the PR partner and secure placements for faculty experts across industries.
Build thought leadership through research stories, initiatives, and student outcomes.
Shape admissions messaging and content to drive enrollment and brand positioning.

Job Description

Own and coordinate media relations and external PR to position the school for lucrative consulting opportunities while shaping admissions messaging and thought leadership tied to faculty expertise.

Media relations program: oversee the external PR firm, pitch faculty experts, and secure placements across industries.
Thought leadership and press strategy: build coverage around research, initiatives, and student outcomes to raise brand equity.
Admissions communications: collaborate on web content and campaigns that drive graduate and undergraduate enrollment.

Fordham University

With two campuses in the heart of NYC, Fordham University is home to nearly 17,000 students, 70+ undergraduate majors and minors, as well as 130+ master's, doctoral, advanced certificate, and accelerated dual-degree programs. Founded in 1841, Fordham offers an exceptional education, rooted in the Jesuit tradition. Currently led by President Tania Tetlow, Fordham is proud of its 200,000+ alumni who are changemakers in business, science, media, the arts, and beyond.

Founded in 1905

Bronx, New York, USA

5.7K employees (318 in marketing)

www.fordham.edu