Communications Manager - Content & Design - Texas Institute for Child & Family Wellbeing

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, UT

6d • $80,000 • Remote

About The Position

This position will lead the development of digital, editorial, and visual communications that advance the Texas Institute for Child & Family Wellbeing's mission, translating complex ideas into clear, engaging content across web, social media, email, and other communication channels. This is a grant-funded position and reassignment will be based upon performance, progress toward research goals and continuation of funding. Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Ability to work remotely within the state of Texas.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in social sciences or communications, marketing, journalism, design, or other related field with at least 5 years of experience creating content across web, social media, and email channels.
• Strong graphic design skills and proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud or comparable tools.
• Experience managing websites using a content management system (CMS) and applying accessibility best practices, along with excellent writing, editing, and visual storytelling skills.
• Ability to independently lead projects, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Values the contributions of others in the workplace.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship.
• Ability to work remotely within the state of Texas.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in the public sector on content related to child and family well-being, with familiarity in basic web design, HTML/CSS, or UX principles.
• Experience mentoring or supervising staff or contributing to team leadership, along with an understanding of analytics and performance metrics to inform content decisions.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce digital and print communications materials, including but not limited to web content, social media assets, reports, presentations, one-pagers, infographics, data visualizations, and promotional materials.
• Manage website content creation and maintenance through a content management system (CMS), ensuring accuracy, usability, and accessibility.
• Develop and implement metrics-informed editorial and content strategies.
• Write, edit, and publish high-quality content for websites, newsletters, social media, and other digital platforms.
• Manage communications projects and initiatives from start to finish.
• Coordinate contributors, manage timelines, and prioritize competing requests.
• Develop and maintain project brand standards, accessibility guidelines, and communications best practices.
• Participate in institute functions, including trainings, supervision, staff meetings, events, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level