Communications Director jobs in Syracuse, NY
Communications Director directs an organization's internal and external communications strategies and programs. Directs and oversees communications programs that effectively describe and promote the organization and its products. Being a Communications Director may conduct market or public opinion research to assess program outcomes. Suggests promotional campaign ideas in various types of media, as well as counsels top management on effective communication strategies. Additionally, Communications Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Communications Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Communications Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Assistant Director of Admissions Communications and Marketing
- State University of New York, Cortland
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Cortland, NY
FULL_TIME
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SUNY Cortland is seeking an Assistant Director of Communications and Marketing tasked with overseeing admissions communications and marketing. This individual will play a pivotal role in shaping SUNY Cortland’s image and outreach within the prospective student community. Responsibilities include leading the development and implementation of communication strategies, generating various types of written content, and managing the Admissions Office’s social media presence. This dynamic role directly influences the university’s recruitment efforts, enhancing our ability to attract high-caliber students, and serves as a vital liaison between Admissions, Marketing, and Communications Offices.
Major ResponsibilitiesCommunication Strategy:- Develop a comprehensive communication strategy.
- Strategize effective conveyance of the university’s mission, values, and academic offerings.
- Overseeing the implementation of the communication strategies for both undergraduate and graduate perspective students.
- Ensure that communication initiatives are in line with the broader strategic goals of the university.
- Lead the development of innovative concepts by ensuring the transformation of ideas into actionable plans and their successful execution.
- Collaborate with relevant departments to seamlessly integrate messaging.
Collaboration:- Collaborate with Admissions Office staff, Communications and Marketing Offices, program directors, and department faculty to ensure the accuracy of program-specific communications.
- Ensure alignment with university and division-wide initiatives, strategies, and standards.
Social Media Management:- Curate content for Admissions Office social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.
- Monitor engagement, analyze metrics, and adjust content accordingly.
Content Creation:- Produce engaging, informative, and persuasive content, including blog posts, articles, videos, and other multimedia materials.
Public Relations:- Cultivate relationships with local and national media outlets and influencers for favorable coverage of the university.
Marketing Collateral:- Manage the development and production of marketing materials, brochures, and admissions publications in close collaboration with the creative staff in the Marketing Office.
- Efficiently manage inventory, time frames, and project coordination for all admissions publications.
Website Management:- Develop, update, and maintain Cortland.edu webpages dedicated to prospective student recruitment and enrollment, encompassing the main admissions webpages and academic majors and programs pages.
- Work directly with external media outlets and third-party vendors, and search engines to effectively manage the university’s content listings.
Event Planning:- Collaborate on planning and executing virtual and in-person events. Including webinars, campus tours, and information sessions. The role necessitates occasional presentations and meetings with potential students and their families.
- Produce agendas, website content, emails, messages, presentations, and video content in support of admissions recruitment events.
Outreach:- Coordinate outreach efforts to high schools and college fairs.
- Engage in limited recruitment travel to support the Admissions Office team.
- Manage social media presence, overseeing processes to maintain brand consistency.
- Develop and craft correspondence for multiple constituents.
Analytics and Reporting:- Utilize data and analytics to measure communication and social media effectiveness.
- Make data-driven decisions to optimize strategies.
Special Projects:- Manage special projects, SUNY related communication initiatives, and ongoing activities as assigned by the Director of Admissions.
- Develop and create various campaigns.
Training and Brand Stewardship:- Assume the role of lead trainer and adviser on marketing and communication standards for the admissions office.
- Conduct staff training on communication style, copyright rules, and brand elements, ensuring consistent adherence to the brand.
- Supervise student content creators to ensure alignment with established brand and messaging guidelines.
Functional and Supervisory RelationshipsReports to the Director of Admissions. Supervises student content creators. Works closely with Admissions Office Staff, Communications and Marketing Offices, Graduate Program Coordinators, Faculty.
Required Qualifications- A Bachelor’s degree.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in writing for various platforms, both print and electronic.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, social media management, or a related field in a higher education setting.
- A valid driver’s license.
Preferred QualificationsPreferred Qualifications:- A Bachelor’s degree in the liberal arts or a field related to writing or communications.
- Master’s degree in English, writing, communication studies, or closely related program.
- Experience with higher education admissions processes and trends.
- Experience writing for a college or university.
- Previous experience with SLATE or another customer service management software.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:- Excellent writing and editing skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in using social media management tools and analytics.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Creative and innovative thinking with a passion for storytelling.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Quick learning of various technology platforms, such as Adobe Creative Suite software.
EEO StatementThe State University of New York Cortland is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act (AA/EEO/ADA) employer. The university actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the university.
Job Close Date - 2 Days Ago
Assistant Athletic Director for Athletic Communications
- SUNY Oswego
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Oswego, NY
FULL_TIME
- Location: Oswego, NY Category: Professional Posted On: Tue Nov 7 2023 Job Description: SUNY Oswego Department of Intercollegiate Athletics sponsors 24 intercollegiate varsity athletic programs as a me...
- 10 Days Ago
Onsite Support Technician (PT)
- TVR Communications
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Watertown, NY
PART_TIME
- pCare, headquartered in Lake Success, NY, is the award winning, leading provider of interactive patient systems in the healthcare industry.We are currently seeking a customer service focused candidate...
- 16 Days Ago
Network Engineer II, Implementation and Operations, Spectrum Enterprise
- Charter Communications
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East Syracuse, NY
FULL_TIME
- Ready to guide the identification, forecasting and implementation of resource requirements? You can do that. Do you know edge networks, but want to grow your network skills and work in the core? As a ...
- 2 Days Ago
Technician Cable Installation
- Kanaan Communications
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Syracuse, NY
FULL_TIME
- Overview and Essential FunctionsKanaan Communication is currently hiring Cable Installation Technicians. You will be the face of the company and responsible for installing cable television, phone and ...
- 6 Days Ago
Service Technician
- Northland Communications
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Syracuse, NY
FULL_TIME
- JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Service Technician STATUS: Non-Exempt DEPARTMENT: Operations FULL/PART-TIME: Full-Time – requires on-call hours At Northland, we don’t believe in ceilings. We encourage pers...
- 13 Days Ago
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HVAC Service Sales Development Rep
- Johnson Controls International
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Syracuse, NY
- Be part of the future! We are one team, dedicated to working collaboratively to create the purposeful solutions that pro...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Application Coordinator - HIS
- State University of New York Upstate Medical University
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Syracuse, NY
- Why Upstate Medical University: SUNY Upstate Medical University, located in Syracuse, NY, is the only academic medical c...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Mechanical Service Technician (Beverage Equipment) Upstate NY
- Beverage Systems, Inc
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Syracuse, NY
- Job Description Job Description Salary: $18 to $22 per HR Beverage Systems has been a family owned business since 1988. ...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Application Coordinator - Health Information Systems
- State University of New York Upstate Medical University
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Syracuse, NY
- Why Upstate Medical University: SUNY Upstate Medical University, located in Syracuse, NY, is the only academic medical c...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Epic Application Coordinator (EpicCare Ambulatory)
- State University of New York Upstate Medical University
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Syracuse, NY
- Why Upstate Medical University: SUNY Upstate Medical University, located in Syracuse, NY, is the only academic medical c...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Assistant Comptroller
- William George Agency
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Syracuse, NY
- Job Description Job Description *** Job is located in Freeville, NY *** Assistant Comptroller Starting Wage $90,000-$100...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Digital Content Specialist
- LEARFIELD
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Syracuse, NY
- About SIDEARM Sports The team at SIDEARM provides the technology platform that powers the official websites, mobile apps...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Full-time American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreter
- Interpretek
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Rome, NY
- Title: ASL Staff Interpreter (10-month) Classification: Full-time (35 hours per week) FLSA: Non-exempt Pay Range: $20.00...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Syracuse, New York
Syracuse is located at 43°2′49″N 76°8′40″W / 43.04694°N 76.14444°W / 43.04694; -76.14444 (43.046899, -76.144423). It is located about 87 miles (140 km) east of Rochester, 131 miles (210 km) east of Buffalo,and 150 miles (240 km) west of the state capital Albany. It is also the halfway point between New York City and Toronto, about 245 miles (390 km) from each, Toronto to the northwest and NYC to the southeast.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 25.6 square miles (66 square kilometres), of which 25.1 square miles (65 square kilometres) is land and 0.6...
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Income Estimation for Communications Director jobs
$181,987 to $253,438
Syracuse, New York area prices
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What does a Communications Director do?
Communications Director in Sumter, SC
The communications director, who is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the president without the need for Senate confirmation, is usually given an office in the West Wing of the White House.
December 27, 2019
Communications Director in Bakersfield, CA
For public relations and fundraising management positions, a bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, English, fundraising, or journalism is generally required.
December 13, 2019
Communications Director in New London, CT
The Communications Director is a permanent position.
January 29, 2020
And the communications ministry of your church – every church – is the same! It takes a centralized communications leader and a team (of staff and/or volunteers and other support) to intentionally and strategically organize the various communications messages that your church has to share with your congregation and community.
December 20, 2019