5 weeks ago
Director of Communications
National Louis University
Chicago, IL (On-site)Other$72K/yr – $108K/yr
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Director of Communications
Chicago, IL (On-site)
$72K/yr – $108K/yrDirector/Executive5+ years expOther
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Job Summary
Own and execute institutional communications across channels, aligning with university priorities and brand standards to elevate visibility and stakeholder engagement.
- Lead messaging for major announcements and campaigns to target student, faculty, and community audiences.
- Coordinate cross‑department content and approvals with HR, Academic Affairs, and others to ensure consistency.
- Track media coverage and content metrics to optimize future communications and storytelling.
Job Description
Own and execute institutional communications across channels, aligning with university priorities and brand standards to elevate visibility and stakeholder engagement.
- Lead messaging for major announcements and campaigns to target student, faculty, and community audiences.
- Coordinate cross‑department content and approvals with HR, Academic Affairs, and others to ensure consistency.
- Support proactive and reactive media relations efforts to enhance institutional visibility.
- Draft and distribute press releases, media pitches, statements, and related communications materials.
- Assist CMO in managing the relationship with the Public Relations agency and help maintain relationships with media contacts and external partners.
- Identify and promote stories that highlight student success, academic excellence, faculty achievement, and community impact.
- Write, edit, and manage content across channels, including web, email, social media, feature stories, and executive communications.
- Ensure consistency of voice, tone, and brand standards across all communications.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to gather content, review drafts, and manage approvals.
- Support website updates and ongoing content maintenance.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, public relations, marketing, or related work.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Demonstrated experience supporting communications planning, media relations, and content development.
- Experience working collaboratively across departments and with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
- Experience in higher education, nonprofit, or mission-driven organizations preferred.
- Familiarity with digital content strategy and analytics tools preferred.
Benefits
- Health Insurance benefits
- Retirement benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Educational Opportunities
National Louis University
For more than 125 years, National Louis University has offered a progressive and professional education that builds careers and strengthens communities. Our mission is to provide a superior and supportive educational experience for students of all ages and backgrounds.
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