Assistant Director of Communications

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found.

Summary of Job Duties:

The Assistant Director of Communications will provide expertise in communications, social media, and project management. This role will support the school’s overall communications efforts by serving as supporting writer and editor for the School of Art’s external and internal communications, including, but not limited to, press releases, newsletter, website, annual reports and other marketing and communication materials. The Assistant Director of Communications will also be responsible for managing the intake of projects while identifying and gathering additional content to feature.

This position will also manage the day-to-day social media activities for the school, will be responsible for developing and updating an annual strategic social media plan, collecting and analyzing quarterly social media analytics, and will provide training and best practice materials to all social media contributors across the School of Art.

The Assistant Director of Communications will collaborate and represent the School of Art with cross campus and community partners. They will also provide strategic counsel to the school’s Chief of Staff and Director of Communications and Sr. Graphic Designer and perform all other duties as assigned. This position calls for a proactive, organized, self-motivating professional eager to grow their career in a fast-paced, fun and caring environment.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or a related discipline from the accredited institution of higher education conferred by the time of appointment

At least two years of experience in communications, marketing, project management, social media management, or a related field

Professional experience writing feature stories

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a communications role requiring interaction with constituents across many levels, both internally and externally across the organization

Writing experience and knowledge of the AP Stylebook

Experience in evaluating visually appealing and unified designs

Experience contributing to web content as well as general marketing and promotion experience

Higher education experience in communications, marketing, project management, social media management or a related field is a plus

Additional Information:

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Kayla Crenshaw, Chief of Staff, kaylac@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.