Job Description

Description
The University of Montana invites applications for a Marketing and Communications Manager for the College of the Arts and Media. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Communications and working closely with the leadership of the College of the Arts and Media (CAM), this position provides marketing and communication support for University of Montana colleges and/or specialized units, with a specific focus on the College of the Arts and Media.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
Create and execute a comprehensive marketing and communication strategy for the College
Serve as the project manager for the College’s day-to-day marketing and communication responsibilities as well as long-term efforts directed by college leadership
Collaborate with MCEE colleagues on undergraduate and graduate student recruitment, alumni and donor relations, brand development and positioning, internal communication, content and digital strategy in line with the College’s plans
Manage relationships with various internal and external stakeholders and create content in coordination with MCEE for the College’s academic programs, student organizations, alumni programs and related programs
Support the creation and editing of university-wide communication
Supervise interns and student workers as necessary
Collaborate with College leadership and MCEE to build and enhance a sub-brand and set of positioning themes to guide content strategy
Coordinate digital advertising and purchasing
Manage college/unit websites
Oversee marketing campaigns for undergraduate, graduate, and online programs, managing both inbound and outbound strategies
Collaborate closely with the UM Alumni Association to plan, execute, and amplify alumni communication and engagement efforts
Serve as the primary point of contact and author for all College internal campus-wide announcements
Serve as the primary point of contact for the College with the Office of the Provost to develop content for Academic Affairs communication
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and five years of work experience in marketing and communications
Ability to plan, coordinate, develop, schedule, and deploy digital content
Demonstrate proficiency with written and verbal communication and social media content development
Ability to work with students both as employees, sources and subjects
Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and maintain good communication and relationships with various stakeholders and internal customers
Ability to establish and maintain clear lines of communication with students, campus departments, outside agencies, businesses and the public
Ability to supervise multiple projects, establish production schedules, set priorities, manage deadlines and assign various tasks
Ability to maintain confidentiality, tact, sensitivity and professionalism
Finalists for the position will be required to complete a timed writing and editing test
Preferred Qualifications

Experience in higher education communication
Broad knowledge of the University of Montana and Missoula communities
Working knowledge of media production and graphic design software
Knowledge of web and graphic design programs
Knowledge of performing arts productions
Additional Information
Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, MUS Contract and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.