Associate Director of Communications and Content
New Today
Position Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include:
Strategy & Planning
Develop and implement strategic marketing and communications plans to elevate the Katz School’s identity, drive enrollment, and engage key audiences
Evaluate and refine communications strategies based on data, stakeholder input, and institutional goals
Content Development & Execution
Create, manage, and update content across platforms, including newsletters, email campaigns, web copy, social media, posters, and other collateral
Manage website and oversee the accuracy and relevance of all school and auxiliary web content
Serve as editor for high-impact school-wide materials such as fundraising collateral, student publications, and event communications
Plan, implement, and evaluate targeted email campaigns using the school’s digital marketing platform
Revise and optimize communications based on overall performance
Collaboration & Oversight
Coordinate messaging and initiatives with the University’s central marketing team
Lead high-priority projects in collaboration with program directors, staff, and the Dean’s Office
Support and coordinate the work of communications colleagues, including social media, photography, video, blog, and web design
Collaborate on cross-departmental projects and initiatives, maintaining clear and timely communication
Operational Excellence
Identify and implement process improvements to increase the impact and efficiency of the School’s communications efforts to help the unit scale efficiently, given rapid enrolment growth
Train staff and faculty contributors to self-edit and align with Katz School brand standards
Provide backup support to communications team members to ensure continuity of operations
Experience & Educational Background:
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred
At least 3 years of relevant experience in communications, marketing, or public relations; 5–7 years preferred, ideally in higher education or science and technology settings
Demonstrated success in managing multiple complex projects with competing priorities
Strong portfolio showcasing writing, content strategy, and media production across digital platforms
Proficiency in content and media management tools, with interest or experience in using AI and emerging technologies
Skills & Competencies:
Required Skills
Outstanding communication skills—written, verbal, and visual—with the ability to engage diverse audiences and explain complex concepts clearly
An understanding of data-driven communications, personalization, and developing journey-based campaigns
Strategic and analytical thinking with a data-informed approach to planning and decision-making
Proven project management skills and the ability to lead complex, multi-phase initiatives from planning through execution
Strong interpersonal skills, collaborative mindset, and ability to build trust across departments and hierarchical levels
High attention to detail and the ability to synthesize complex financial and operational data for executive use
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high performance standards
Preferred Skills
Experience with systems development, process improvement, or operational scaling in academic or mission-driven settings
Familiarity with education technology, data tools, or emerging AI platforms
Comfort with ambiguity and a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving
Demonstrated interest in innovation and continuous improvement in support of academic and administrative excellence
Familiarity with Drupal, WordPress, Marketing Cloud, and/or HubSpot is a plus
Application Instructions:
Please upload a cover letter
CV
Names and contact information for three references
Salary Range:
$85,000 – $110,000
- Location:
- Manhattan
- Job Type:
- FullTime