Virginia Tech · 1 month ago
Communications Manager
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$27/hr - $30/hrVirginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. They are seeking a Communications Manager to plan, execute, and evaluate communications initiatives for the COMPASS Center, aligning with the university's broader goals. The role involves developing strategies for digital communications, managing social media, and producing content that highlights research and activities at the center.
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Responsibilities
Plan, execute, and evaluate a variety of communications initiatives, projects, and platforms on behalf of the center
Develop an annual work plan in consultation with the supervisor and in close collaboration with the Project Manager of the COMPASS Center and the Director of Communications and Marketing for the College of Engineering
Serve as producer and editor of newsletters and stories that highlight Compass Center and PPP DA research and other activities
Participate in Center and DA activities
Direct, execute, and evaluate the Center’s and DA’s social media and website strategy
Oversee other digital and print forms of communication (including photography and videography)
Participate in events and activities at the center and DA level, and in some cases, at the department and college level
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field
Strong written communication skills, including editing and copywriting
Experience interviewing and eliciting information from subject matter experts to support strategic organizational communication
Experience working with communication platforms in a professional setting
Experience meeting deadlines and navigating multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work occasionally in the evening or at a weekend event
Ability to travel occasionally
Preferred
Master's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field
Demonstrated organizational/interpersonal skills, creativity, flexibility, self-motivation, and the ability to thrive in a team setting
Proven history of work with digital content strategy and management, including content management systems and other web platforms as well as professional/organizational social media management
Experience with developing promotional materials
Experience with visual communication mediums, such as photography, videography, and/or graphic design
Experience in a higher education, independent school, or non-profit environment
Company
Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech is a public research university that offers a range of academic programs and conducts research across various fields.
Founded in 1872
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$24.09MKey Investors
Virginia Innovation Partnership CorporationNational Institute of Food and AgricultureAppalachian Regional Commission
2025-01-16Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.59M
2024-02-15Grant· $0.45M
Leadership Team
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Steven McKnight
Vice President for Strategic Alliances
David Raymond
Associate Vice President for Security and Identity
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