Assistant Director Marketing and Communications
About The Position
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Assistant Director Marketing and Communications for University Brand, Marketing, & Creative Services. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Plays an important role in advancing the university's brand. Plans, develops, and executes compelling marketing and communications content, projects, and programs. Manages the creative project lifecycle, collaborating with internal design and photography staff and identifying and managing external vendor engagements. Bolsters brand awareness and communications excellence by contributing to resources (tool kits, guides, training) that help empower a network of university communicators. Plays a valuable role in ensuring the department's work is of high quality and free of errors by proofreading and copy-editing content in accordance with brand standards and style guides and verifying data and facts to ensure information is accurate and appropriate for intended audiences.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, English, or related field and at least five (5) years of experience in creating communications and marketing projects and content across multiple platforms; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills; must be able to demonstrate copy editing and proofreading skills. Knowledge of Chicago Manual and AP style required.
- Must be organized, detail oriented with strong planning and problem-solving skills.
- Must be able to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Must be diplomatic, tactful, and exhibit confidentiality.
- Must be a critical thinker and creative problem solver. Must be able to work autonomously and as a team member and team leader.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure of deadlines and to manage work load in order to meet deadlines.
- A valid driver's license would be required for this position.
- Clean Driving Record.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a communications/marketing professional at an institution of higher education.
Responsibilities
- Plays an important role in advancing the university's brand.
- Plans, develops, and executes compelling marketing and communications content, projects, and programs.
- Manages the creative project lifecycle, collaborating with internal design and photography staff and identifying and managing external vendor engagements.
- Bolsters brand awareness and communications excellence by contributing to resources (tool kits, guides, training) that help empower a network of university communicators.
- Plays a valuable role in ensuring the department's work is of high quality and free of errors by proofreading and copy-editing content in accordance with brand standards and style guides and verifying data and facts to ensure information is accurate and appropriate for intended audiences.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Industry
Educational Services
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
