Communications Strategist

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Strategist provides strategic leadership for all communications, marketing, and public relations initiatives for the Accelerator. This role develops and executes a comprehensive communications strategy that advances the Accelerator's mission, strengthens its reputation, increases visibility, and supports institutional priorities. Reporting to the Executive Director, Texas Talent Accelerator, this role translates complex workforce research into clear, compelling narratives through reports, digital content, and communication products. Working closely with the Accelerator leadership, university communications teams and departments, and external partners, the Director identifies opportunities to tell compelling stories, build relationships with media, and position the Accelerator as a thought leader. The position collaborates with a team of communications professionals—including writers, graphic designers, videographers, and digital content specialists—to produce high-quality communications across multiple platforms.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field and five years of experience in writing and/or editing publications; or any equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
Ability to conceptualize, write and edit strategic content for university audiences.
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, conduct multiple tasks and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to coordinate large projects with numerous components.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to visually inspect print and digital copy including experience in creative editing and fact checking techniques.
Ability to work effectively on a team with staff, faculty and students toward a common goal.
Extensive knowledge of spelling, grammar, punctuation and Associated Press and Chicago Manual styles.
Knowledge of writing styles and guidelines for various media formats and ability to create, coordinate and edit copy for each format (print, digital/social media, video, broadcast, etc.).
Understanding of institutional strategy (or ability to quickly assimilate) and ability to integrate strategy into modes of communication.
Ability to supervise and/or coordinate the work of others.
Knowledge of and ability to research industry best practices to assist in aligning strategies for publications with University strategy and guidelines and effectively edit and improve content for readers based on best practices.

Responsibilities

Develop communication products including reports, presentations, and digital content.
Collaborate with researchers to ensure findings are accurately and effectively presented.
Manage dissemination strategies to ensure research reaches intended audiences.
Support the Texas Talent Accelerator's positioning as a national leader in workforce research through thought leadership content.