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Communications Manager

State of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, USA

Job type: Full Time


Communications Manager

The Communications Manager will develop and produce clear, engaging and brand-aligned content on behalf of Undergraduate Studies and assigned divisions of Academic Affairs across multiple platforms. The Communications manager will also oversee social media strategy and project management, in coordination with other university communications initiatives. This position will report to the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Studies under limited supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions):
Bachelor's degree in related field and 4 years of experience in designing and distributing promotional materials, developing social media platforms and creation of presentation materials.
Ability to communicate Google Analytics results and social media metrics.
Prior experience in a higher education setting is preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Must possess proficient knowledge of mass communication and design principles, printing industry terminology and have excellent communication skills.
Graphic design skills are critical in this position.
Must be able to multitask and prioritize projects.
Knowledge of University policies and procedures related to the position.
Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others in the University community.
Proficient with all the Microsoft applications, such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint, Adobe and Apple applications.
Experience working with developing templates through design tools such as InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Tableau, and Canva to streamline content creation.
Understanding of marketing trends in higher education and outside of higher education.
Job Close Date: 06/28/2026
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by June 28, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities
To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7158314
EEO Statement: The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.