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[full-time] Director of Marketing and Strategic Communication at Ohio Wesleyan University

2008-12-18 10:35:09

Location: Anywhere
URL: http://www.owu.edu

Description:

Ohio Wesleyan University (www.owu.edu) is a selective, private, undergraduate liberal arts, residential institution founded in 1842 and is located just 20 miles north of Columbus.

We invite applications for:
Director of Marketing and Strategic Communication – Search #0809-0104

Responsibilities Include the oversight of all aspects of the University’s marketing and communications efforts to develop, implement, evaluate, and refine a comprehensive marketing communications initiative. The person will direct the daily activities of the Office of Marketing and Strategic Communication in support of an integrated marketing communications plan to achieve maximum impact with various constituencies. The person will use innovative marketing strategies to contribute to the attainment of various University priorities, including, but not limited to, enrollment, relationship building, and fund raising. The director will lead, motivate, supervise, and evaluate a team of talented professionals to promote a consistent, professional, and future-oriented image for the University. Additionally, the person will develop and implement an advertising plan; plan, arrange and manage all publicity-related special events; plan for and manage the budget to support the Office of Marketing and Strategic Communication and oversee staff in implementing programs to reach University short- and long-term goals, including:
• University promotion to the media and influential parties;
• advertising and outreach to build the University’s reputation;
• developing, designing, and writing print and electronic collateral materials to assert the University’s strengths;
• consistently reinforcing University messages across all media and to all audiences;
• consistently reinforcing and protecting the University brand;
• developing and supporting special events that showcase University programs and accomplishments.

• Qualifications: Minimum of 8 years experience in strategic marketing, preferably in higher education; bachelor’s degree in related field required; master’s degree preferred. Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in marketing, marketing communications, and communications strategy development in higher education or related field; Proven outstanding project management skills; Ability to responsibly and creatively manage a budget; Success in managing, supporting and motivating staff; Proven ability to bring a strategic orientation to daily work and decision-making, and to relate daily work to strategic priorities; Proven ability to multi-task, balance multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines; Excellent written and oral communications skills; Knowledge, experience and expertise with technology-assisted communications and marketing; Experience with media relations required, including the ability to proactively position University experts and news stories with media outlets; Commitment to the ideals and advantages of a selective, independent, residential liberal arts University; Proven ability to generate imaginative solutions and create cost-effective alternatives; Proven positive work ethic and professional attitude; Must be calm, thoughtful under pressure and able to multi-task; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required; Ability to travel on and off campus for communications related activities; Valid driver’s license required.

Completed application packets will include 1) signed application, 2) letter of interest (cover letter), 3) resume & 4) the names, titles, & contact information for three professional references, and should be sent to:

Ohio Wesleyan University
Human Resources Department -OWU Search # 0809-0104
61 South Sandusky Street –UN016
Delaware, Ohio 43015

Completed application packets may also be forwarded to: hr@owu.edu

Application review will begin January 12, 2009, and will continue until position is filled.

For a complete view of the job description, please go to: http://jobs.owu.edu/

Ohio Wesleyan University is strongly committed to diversity within its community and encourages all interested applicants, including women and minorities, to apply.

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[full-time] Senior Director of Public Relations at Columbia College

2008-09-26 16:38:46

Location: Columbia, Missouri
URL: http://www.ccis.edu

Description:

Job Description

The professional in this position will provide thoughtful and hands-on direction to a creative and energetic public relations effort that will successfully position the College with key internal and external constituencies, both locally and nationally, as the College continues to advance its position as a recognized leader in the delivery of higher education.

The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing best practices for College’s public relations effort and will manage, direct, and oversee all public relations activities. This individual should have strong communication, planning and data analysis skills in order to facilitate strategies that drive the College’s image and reputation. This is a truly unique opportunity for an individual to implement policies and practices that will set the direction for continued growth and success.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director for Development, Alumni and Public Relations, the Senior Director serves on the division’s senior leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a public relations team which includes Creative Services, Publications, Media Relations and Web Design • Establish a collegial, creative and productive work environment • Develop and execute an integrated internal and external communications plan for all College announcements, developments, and activities • Update and maintain the College’s crisis communication plan • Create comprehensive style (graphic, editorial, web) standards for the College • Assist with branding of College • Develop methodology for evaluating return on public relations investments • Initiate, implement and manage all public relations functions • Provide leadership and strategic direction to ensure consistency of both content and messaging for all interaction with external communications • Support and work closely with the Executive Director for Marketing in furthering student recruitment initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Communication or similar degree program. Master’s degree preferred • 3 to 5 years public relations experience, preferably in higher education, including management of a PR team • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Ability to make clear and effective presentations • Ability to lead focus groups and other community and/or leadership sessions • Ability to gather and interpret data related to public relations • Excellent leadership qualities

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of AP Stylebook • Knowledge of print and web design concepts and trends • Knowledge of the printing process

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[full-time] Communications Specialist, Sports Information at Missouri University of Science and Technology

2008-07-25 16:03:02

Location: Rolla, Missouri
URL: http://www.mst.edu/

Description:

Missouri University of Science and Technology has an opening for a communications specialist for sports information. This position will assist with the public relations and information activities for all Missouri S&T Intercollegiate Athletics programs. Duties involve writing news releases for distribution, posting to and updating the athletics website, graphic design and photography for athletics marketing materials.

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or business (or education and experience from which comparable knowledge can be obtained) and one to two years experience in journalism, public relations, sports information, marketing or similar field. Graphic design and photography experience is also required.

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