Communications Manager

Robert W Woodruff Library of the Atlanta University Center Inc•Atlanta, GA

12h

About The Position

The Communications Manager serves as the primary writer and content lead for the organization and is responsible for the development, accuracy, and timely delivery of all institutional communications. This role oversees written content across web, social media, and print platforms and ensures alignment with organizational priorities and brand standards. The Director manages both planned editorial calendars and rapid response communications, consistently delivering high quality work under pressure and within short turnaround timelines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Public Relations, Mass Communications or related fields
Excellent written communication skills
Five (5) years of communications experience in a library, museum, or nonprofit organization, with responsibility for executive communications, media relations, publications, special events communications, and brand stewardship
Demonstrated high-quality writing skills
Demonstrated project management skills
Strong strategic thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to create high quality work
Business and creative writing, public speaking, and presentation skills
Ability to align communications planning and execution to achieve organizational priorities,
Proven ability to translate concepts into messages for a variety of audiences
Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
Analytical, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team and to foster a team environment; delegate and direct the work of others
Ability to negotiate conflict among users and staff
Ability to problem solve (identifying, exercising good judgment, solving)
Ability to take initiative and be accountable for results
Working knowledge and demonstrated application of current and emerging communication technologies
Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite
Knowledge of the media including print, broadcast, and online
Ability to generate and effectively apply new innovations
Ability to plan projects and coordinate resources to deliver effective marketing campaigns on time and within budget
Effective collaboration skills to work successfully with internal and external stakeholders
Ability to find errors and anomalies in publications

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead writer for organizational communications, including press releases, annual reports, executive communications, and promotional materials.
Develop and oversee content for the website, social media platforms, and print publications.
Ensure accuracy, clarity, consistency, and alignment with institutional messaging and brand standards.
Manage editorial planning processes, balancing long range projects with urgent communications needs.
Establish and enforce editorial standards and quality control processes.
Supervise and provide direction to ensure cohesive messaging, strong visual identity, and effective digital and print content delivery.
Coordinate content production timelines across writing, design, and web publishing functions.
Respond to time sensitive and high visibility requests with professionalism and sound judgment.
Monitor performance metrics related to engagement and visibility and adjust content strategies as needed.
Support crisis and executive communications when required.