Director of Marketing and Communications - Architecture

Job Title

Director of Marketing and Communications - Architecture

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Dean Of College Of Architecture

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

A Glimpse of the job

Texas A&M University's College of Architecture is seeking a Director of Marketing and Communications to lead the strategic communications, branding, and marketing efforts for the College of Architecture, elevating the College’s national and global reputation. Reporting to the Dean, the Director will oversee marketing and communications that highlight the College’s academic programs, research, community impact, and more. This is an engaged, hands-on leadership role, managing internal and external communications, ensuring compliance with university brand and accessibility standards, and collaborating with the College and university leadership to advance strategic goals.

Opportunities to Contribute

Leadership and Operations Oversight

• Provides engaged, hands-on leadership and direction for the office, including supervision and professional development and fostering a culture of collaboration and shared achievement
• Establishes operational procedures, performance metrics, and workflow efficiencies to ensure efficient use of resources in alignment with College and university priorities  
• Directs the planning, production, and dissemination of content across print, digital, and social media through effective project management

Marketing, Branding, and Communications Strategy

• Collaborates effectively with College leadership to develop strategic marketing and communication goals and oversees the production of content in support of those goals
• Develops and implements marketing, communications, and branding strategies consistent with the mission, vision, and strategic plan of the College
• Leads marketing and communications strategies in support of College initiatives, such as student recruitment, alumni engagement, research impact, and community
• Directs internal communications to promote connection and flow of information across departments and administrative units  

Brand Management, Accessibility, and Compliance

• Ensures all communications, digital properties, and publications meet relevant standards, including Texas A&M University brand standards, accessibility standards, and best practices in accessible communications
• Implements College-level brand standards and ensures consistent application across units
• Identifies, implements, and evaluates emerging tools and technology-driven solutions to improve marketing and communications effectiveness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in marketing and communications, with at least three (3) years in a supervisory or management role

A well qualified candidate will have the following:

• Experience with branding and communications within an academic or research environment
• Proficiency with digital marketing tools, customer relationship management systems, content management platforms, and emerging technologies
• Proven experience in higher education marketing and communications
• Advanced degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related discipline
• Knowledge of Title II and accessibility compliance in digital and print communications
• Project Management Certification
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop staff for optimal performance
• Experience collaborating with stakeholders, including academic and administrative leaders in a higher education setting
• Vast experience with digital media channels

• 5 years of experience with emerging technology

What you need to know

Salary Range: Compensation starting at $90,000 and is commensurate to selected candidate’s skills and experience

Special Instructions: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload these in the CV/Resume section

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