Director, Communications and Marketing

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI • 3h ago

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required to be considered for this position. In the cover letter, please let us know how your career aspirations and skills align with this position. Because we are the Stamps School of Art & Design at the University of Michigan please also touch specifically on your familiarity/interest with current art and design practices, trends and art history. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file (because of system limitations).

For questions about this role or accommodation requests, contact [email protected] .

Job Summary

Come join our team at theStamps School of Art and Design (https://stamps.umich.edu/) !

The Director of Communications and Marketing helps promote the Stamps School's goals through compelling articulations of the school's mission and vision in strategic integrated marketing campaigns. A collaborative thought leader for the school, the director helps set the tone and tells the story of the school's unique and compelling place in the educational world to prospective students and their families, current students, donors, alumni, the general public, the media, and to peer institutions. The director builds and serves a team of creative professionals (4 at 100% FTE). The director also serves as part of the school's senior leadership, reporting to the Assistant Dean of Advancement.

Please review the full position descriptionhere (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1X6i8xHZLVwU-j9iAsxo7Wq4q9WDAfX\jWKtH\Xdk3CQ/edit?tab=t.0) .

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Generous time off including paid maternity and parental leave

A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

Many choices for comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance

Life insurance and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Responsibilities*

Develop and lead integrated, multi-channel marketing and communications strategies with clear annual and long-term goals.

Partner cross-departmentally to define measurable goals, track progress, and conduct post-campaign evaluations.

Advise academic and senior leadership on strategies to increase enrollment, alumni and donor engagement, fundraising, and institutional visibility.

Shapes and executes public relations efforts, including promotion of events, exhibitions, and faculty research.

Be a brand manager, leading strategic positioning efforts and overseeing a planned rebrand in 2027.

Direct the school's website and social media strategy, including content oversight, performance monitoring, and reputation management.

Oversee creative production across digital and print channels, including photo/video, publications, advertising, and vendor-managed print projects.

Manage a communications team (4 FTE plus freelance staff), including goal-setting, performance management, and training.

Manage departmental budgets and provide regular reports to the dean and senior leadership.

Support special projects and school events to promote institutional priorities.

Required Qualifications*

Undergraduate degree in marketing, communications, public relations, business or other relevant field, or a combination of education and experience.

8 or more years of progressively responsible experience in marketing/communications.

Experienced accomplishment in developing marketing/communications plans, including branding, public relations, website development, and social media.

Experience managing multi-phase projects from launch to completion.

Proficiency with multiple marketing and communications channels, including print, web communications, digital and social media, and advanced technologies.

Previous management experience, including demonstrated ability to motivate staff, inspire teamwork, and take a leadership role.

Experience conducting market research, data analysis, and data interpretation.

Familiarity with design and publishing software applications, such as Adobe Creative Suite.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Additional Information

Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

274775

Working Title

Director, Communications and Marketing

Job Title

Communications Director

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

School Art Design

Department

Stamps School of Art & Design

Posting Begin/End Date

3/06/2026 - 3/20/2026

Salary

$113,000.00 - $123,000.00

Career Interest

Communications & Marketing

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