University of Wisconsin-Madison · 1 day ago
Communications Manager - Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is launching the Wisconsin Entrepreneurship Hub, which aims to enhance entrepreneurship on campus. The Communications Manager will develop and implement communication strategies to promote the Hub's initiatives and strengthen its brand through storytelling and collaboration with various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Develops, implements, and delivers communication materials through various mediums to designated audiences
Manages the day-to-day operational unit plans to align with strategic initiatives and to meet established objectives
Identifies, proposes, and implements new or revised unit operational policies and procedures
Plans and directs unit programs and/or projects to ensure adherence to deadlines and budgets
Plans, writes, and edits content for various internal and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Proven experience planning, writing, editing, and delivering multi‑channel communications; ability to repurpose and tailor content for varied audiences
Demonstrated success strategizing and executing within budget (project scoping, vendor management, value‑based prioritization)
Skill in liaising with campus and agency partners to align brand, editorial, and timing
A collaborative, service‑oriented approach that uplifts partners, builds trust, and reflects a good working knowledge of UW–Madison's workings, governance rhythms, and campus culture
Comfort operating amid ambiguity and changing priorities; ability to translate leadership vision into clear plans and deliverables
Demonstrated competence in WordPress
Familiarity with accessibility standards, editorial style guides, and UW brand stewardship practices
Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Able to work in an evolving, fast-changing environment
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to remain calm and composed in high-stress or sensitive situations
Demonstrated experience using tact and diplomacy in sensitive situations. Able to maintain confidentiality
Preferred
Experience in higher education, research, entrepreneurship/startups
Comfort with analytics tools and KPI reporting (e.g., web, email, social metrics) to inform content and campaign decisions
Familiarity with the Hub's founder‑forward vision and hub‑and‑spoke model
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ability to learn new software/cloud-based systems quickly
Desire to build future processes and entrepreneur-support systems
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
Tax-advantaged savings accounts
Participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund
Company
University of Wisconsin-Madison
University of Wisconsin-Madison is a research institution providing education opportunities.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.76MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyHyundai Hope On WheelsNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2024-09-17Grant· $2M
2024-08-28Grant· $0.4M
2024-06-26Grant· $1.31M
Leadership Team
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2025-11-05
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