Virginia Tech · 4 days ago
Communications Manager
Blacksburg, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$28/hr - $28/hrVirginia Tech is a comprehensive land-grant institution dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The Communications Manager will plan, execute, and evaluate various communications initiatives that align with the department's advancement goals, including managing digital communications, social media, and website strategies.
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Responsibilities
Plan, execute, and evaluate a variety of communications initiatives, projects, and platforms on behalf of the department
Develop an annual work plan in consultation with supervisors and evaluate success
Serve as producer and editor of newsletters and stories that highlight department research and other activities suitable for various audiences
Participate in graduate student and faculty recruitment activities
Direct, execute, and evaluate the department's social media and website strategy
Oversee other digital and print forms of communication (including photography and videography)
Participate in (and support the planning of) related departmental and college events and activities
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
Strong organizational/interpersonal skills, creativity, flexibility, self-motivation, and the ability to thrive in a team setting
Experience meeting deadlines and navigating multiple projects simultaneously
Preferred
Master's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field with appropriate experience
Familiarity with digital content strategy and management, including content management systems and other web platforms as well as professional/organizational social media management
Ability to work effectively with all university and external constituents
Experience with developing promotional materials
Experience with visual communication mediums, such as photography, videography, and/or graphic design
Ability to work occasional evening or weekend events and to travel occasionally
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
H1B Sponsorship
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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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