The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · 1 day ago
Director of Communication
North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
3+ years expThe University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a global leader in higher education known for its commitment to teaching, research, and public service. They are seeking a Director of Communication to oversee all public relations, communications, and marketing for the School of Civic Life and Leadership, focusing on developing and executing a strategic communications strategy.
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Responsibilities
Developing, updating and executing a communications strategy
Writing, editing, and/or providing oversight of development of various digital, print and other types of communications materials, such as an e-newsletter, reports, brochures, invitations and programs, ads, videos, photographs, speeches, presentations, story ideas, media releases, website content, digital signage, and social media content
Coordinate with freelance content creators and/or interns and/or work-study students as applicable
Manage publicity and marketing communications for SCiLL sponsored events
Work closely and collaborate with the Director of Communications in the College of Arts and Sciences, University Communications and across campus
And, working with University Communications, manage all media inquiries to the dean’s office, obtain requested information, refer and brief the dean, senior leadership team, faculty and others as appropriate for timely, accurate replies
Qualification
Required
Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent) with three years or greater of related professional experience in marketing, communications, journalism, public affairs, or a related field; for candidates demonstrating comparable professional backgrounds, will accept a relevant Bachelor's degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and five years or greater of relevant experience in substitution
Demonstrated exceptional written, digital and oral communication skills
Demonstrated understanding of digital media strategies
Demonstrated strong editorial judgement and project management skills
A proactive mindset and entrepreneurial spirit
Preferred
Minimum of six to eight years of relevant experience in public relations, strategic communications, preferably in higher education
Experience working with and providing support to leadership
Experience with media relations and crisis communications
Knowledge of graphic design principles and ability to professionally and efficiently partner with design professionals to produce high-quality deliverables within budget
Experience managing staff and/or contractors
Experience managing budgets
Benefits
Professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning
Exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts
Savings on local child care centers
Special rates on select campus events
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid leave
Variety of health, life and retirement plans
Additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance
Company
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Carolina’s vibrant people and programs attest to the University’s long-standing place among leaders in higher education since it was chartered in 1789 and opened its doors for students in 1795 as the nation’s first public university.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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2025 (165)
2024 (143)
2023 (100)
2022 (133)
2021 (83)
2020 (89)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$48.57MKey Investors
SECU FoundationCDA FoundationNorth Carolina Biotechnology Center
2024-07-19Grant· $1M
2024-03-18Grant
2023-02-16Grant· $0.11M
Leadership Team
Judith Cone
Retired Vice Chancellor for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Innovation as of April 1, 2021
Michael Williams
Network SEcurity Team Lead
Recent News
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2025-09-20
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