Communications Director

Stanford, CA (Hybrid)

$129K/yr – $135K/yrSenior LevelFull time

Posted 11 hrs ago

Job Summary

Own and drive multi-channel communications for a unit or program, turning strategy into tangible deliverables while coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to ensure quality, timely output.

  • Own development of deliverables across channels
  • Collaborate with institutional communicators and vendors
  • Simplify complex materials for broad audiences

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop communication deliverables in an area of expertise for a unit or a complex program.
  • Develop complex communications for various content delivery channels.
  • Develop and design complex materials according to defined requirements using software applications and mediums.
  • Work with vendors to obtain information to evaluate quality, process, and costs to support vendor selection.
  • Maintain knowledge by attending webinars, conferences, networking etc. to remain at the forefront of current industry standards, trends and technology.
  • Contribute to the development of communication strategy for the unit or program.
  • Analyze data and curate illustrations, photos, and pictures for assignments.
  • Work in collaboration with Institutional Communicators on media relations content and other areas.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal communications groups across campus.
  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex materials and communicate information in a manner easily understood.
  • Experience with project management and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work with high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Preferred

  • Subject matter affinity: Demonstrated interest in ethics, particularly current areas of focus on technology ethics and civil dialogue, with curiosity to learn more in an interdisciplinary setting.
  • Proactive Ownership & Collaboration: Proven track record as a self-directed producer who can brainstorm creative initiatives, follow through independently, and collaborate effectively within a team
  • Campus & Media Relations: Strong background in media relations, including cultivating journalist contacts, pitching stories, translating complex scholarship for public audiences, and building and maintaining a strong network on campus.
  • Tactical Production & Tech Savvy: Hands-on proficiency with core digital tools, including modern web CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal), email marketing services (e.g., Mailchimp), social media platforms, and basic visual/layout tools (Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva). Openness to integrate AI tools where appropriate.
  • Vendor & Project Management: Experience directing freelance designers, writers, and photographers to produce varied assets, event collateral, and narrative stories on time and within budget.
  • Data-Informed Mindset: Experience using analytics across platforms to track reach, test new ideas, and refine strategies.
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