Director, Communications and Creative Strategy

$75,000 - $85,000/Yr

Capitol Technology University - Laurel, MD

Full-time - Mid Level

Laurel, MD

Educational Services

About the position

The Director of Communications and Creative Strategy at Capitol Technology University is a visionary leadership role focused on enhancing the university's brand and supporting enrollment and advancement objectives. This position involves driving innovation in marketing efforts and overseeing a team dedicated to promoting the institution's visibility and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Marketing & Communications team to promote the university's visibility and community reach.
• Collaborate with various teams to develop and implement innovative marketing and communications strategies.
• Oversee a team of 3 full-time staff creatives and manage contractors and student employees.
• Develop, monitor, and execute project timelines for marketing initiatives and events.
• Ensure consistency with the university's visual brand voice and enforce the University's Brand Guide.
• Oversee the writing, design, and editing of high-quality communication materials for diverse audiences.
• Represent the university at key meetings and events to enhance its presence in the community.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and budget savings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing and communications, digital communications, or a related field required.
• Minimum of three years in marketing and communications required, preferably in an academic environment.
• Proven leadership in managing teams and projects required.
• Proficiency with Outlook, MS Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite, and project management software preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment required.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• PMP experience preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including leave accrual and hybrid schedule options.
• Subsidized health insurance.
• Employer 403(b)-contribution after one year of employment.
• Tuition remission for staff and their dependents after ninety days of employment.