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Job Description
The Assistant Director of Communications serves as a deputy public affairs officer for the University of Guam and as the “managing editor” for all editorial content including press releases and public information products. This individual develops and implements comprehensive public relations, and marketing communications strategies and programs, champions the University of Guam brand, maintains awareness of current events, and demonstrates the ability to cultivate and develop engaging storylines about the University. Working directly with marketing, web, and production staff, this individual writes and edits press releases, advertising copy, and web content, and collaborates on all marketing communications and promotions activities. The Assistant Director of Communications may supervise communication specialists, content specialists, freelance writers, and interns. This position reports to the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer. Responsibilities
Serves as the “managing editor” for the University overseeing the editing of internal and external communications, major publications, marketing collateral, and marketing communications campaigns. Serves as deputy public affairs officer for the University and responds to crisis communication needs in collaboration with the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer and UOG administration. Oversees communication and content specialists, freelance writers, and writing interns. Distributes news releases working with local, national, and international news media, and maintains and monitors newswire and news listening tools to analyze news coverage. Manages the University’s newsroom and edits articles, press releases, and other content produced by communication personnel across campus. Develops and implements internal communication strategies to engage the University Community. Writes, researches, and develops editorial and digital content including news releases, featured stories, video and audio scripts, and social media posts to engage internal and external audiences. Enhances the University’s reputation and builds the institutional brand by developing storylines and reporting on events that focus on the University’s academics, research, and community engagement. Reviews and edits web content on the University’s institutional websites. Manages electronic newsletters. Maintains and updates official University Editorial Style Guide. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. Five (5) years of relevant experience in a communication, editorial, or marketing role. Two (2) years of experience in a management role. Experience working with local news media. Experience working as part of a creative production team. Proficiency in AP Style. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. Ten (10) years of relevant experience in a communication, editorial, or marketing role. Five (5) years of supervisory and managerial experience. Experience working with national and international news media. Experience working with website content management systems such as OUCampus. Experience working in higher education. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Guam is an equal opportunity employer and provider. The University complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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The Assistant Director of Communications serves as a deputy public affairs officer for the University of Guam and as the “managing editor” for all editorial content including press releases and public information products. This individual develops and implements comprehensive public relations, and marketing communications strategies and programs, champions the University of Guam brand, maintains awareness of current events, and demonstrates the ability to cultivate and develop engaging storylines about the University. Working directly with marketing, web, and production staff, this individual writes and edits press releases, advertising copy, and web content, and collaborates on all marketing communications and promotions activities. The Assistant Director of Communications may supervise communication specialists, content specialists, freelance writers, and interns. This position reports to the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer. Responsibilities
Serves as the “managing editor” for the University overseeing the editing of internal and external communications, major publications, marketing collateral, and marketing communications campaigns. Serves as deputy public affairs officer for the University and responds to crisis communication needs in collaboration with the Chief Marketing & Communications Officer and UOG administration. Oversees communication and content specialists, freelance writers, and writing interns. Distributes news releases working with local, national, and international news media, and maintains and monitors newswire and news listening tools to analyze news coverage. Manages the University’s newsroom and edits articles, press releases, and other content produced by communication personnel across campus. Develops and implements internal communication strategies to engage the University Community. Writes, researches, and develops editorial and digital content including news releases, featured stories, video and audio scripts, and social media posts to engage internal and external audiences. Enhances the University’s reputation and builds the institutional brand by developing storylines and reporting on events that focus on the University’s academics, research, and community engagement. Reviews and edits web content on the University’s institutional websites. Manages electronic newsletters. Maintains and updates official University Editorial Style Guide. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. Five (5) years of relevant experience in a communication, editorial, or marketing role. Two (2) years of experience in a management role. Experience working with local news media. Experience working as part of a creative production team. Proficiency in AP Style. Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, or a related field. Ten (10) years of relevant experience in a communication, editorial, or marketing role. Five (5) years of supervisory and managerial experience. Experience working with national and international news media. Experience working with website content management systems such as OUCampus. Experience working in higher education. Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Guam is an equal opportunity employer and provider. The University complies with Public Law 24-109 in reference to the provisions and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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