Communications Manager

MIT • Cambridge, MA

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About The Position

COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER , Morningside Academy for Design , plays a key role in developing and executing MAD’s communications and marketing strategies. This position is ideal for a communications professional with strong writing, graphic design, digital media, and project management skills who is ready to take on strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration. The Communications Manager will work closely with MAD leadership and stakeholders across MIT to ensure consistent, compelling messaging that reflects MAD’s mission and values. Will collaborate with MAD leadership to develop and implement communications strategies that support institutional goals and elevate MAD’s visibility; translate complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives for diverse audiences including students, faculty, partners, and the public; develop new editorial formats and thought-leadership content that position MAD as a hub for design at MIT; use analytics, both quantitative and qualitative, to assess communications performance and inform future strategy; contribute to brand development and ensure consistency across platforms and materials; and support strategic planning for campaigns, events, and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or related field
• a minimum of five years of experience in communications, preferably in an academic or nonprofit setting
• strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills across media formats
• demonstrated graphic design skills and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• experience managing websites using CMS platforms (e.g., Drupal, WordPress)
• experience managing social media platforms and tools (e.g., Instagram, LinkedIn, Hootsuite/Buffer)
• proven ability to use analytics to guide strategy and report outcomes
• excellent organizational and project management skills

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or equivalent experience
• familiarity with design, architecture, or sustainability-related fields
• experience with Adobe Creative Suite and CMS platforms
• background in event promotion and media relations
• knowledge of accessibility and usability standards for digital content

Responsibilities

• develop and implement communications strategies that support institutional goals and elevate MAD’s visibility
• translate complex ideas into clear, engaging narratives for diverse audiences including students, faculty, partners, and the public
• develop new editorial formats and thought-leadership content that position MAD as a hub for design at MIT
• use analytics, both quantitative and qualitative, to assess communications performance and inform future strategy
• contribute to brand development and ensure consistency across platforms and materials
• support strategic planning for campaigns, events, and initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees