Director Of Communications, Ucla College

UCLA Strategic Communications (StratComm) brings UCLA's mission and values to life by inspiring positive action as UCLA's lead storytellers, reflecting the multifaceted diversity of our university and surrounding communities. Demonstrating and reinforcing the university's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in all creative work is central to StratComm's success. We believe a workplace culture that values EDI practices is essential to building strong teams, which translates to robust ideas, strategies and creative content that resonate with UCLA's diverse audiences.
Reporting to the Chief Media and Executive Communications Officer and the Senior Dean of the College, the responsibilities of the Director of Communications include but are not limited to, developing and implementing a strategic communication program designed to enhance the visibility and reputation of the College, including advancing leadership initiatives, reinforcing the College's identity among key internal and external constituencies (e.g., faculty, staff, current and prospective students, postgraduate trainees, the general public and higher education community), identifying and promoting narratives that involve previously unheralded student and faculty research and community engagement, and creating and managing a strong and integrated program that leverages targeted media relations (including pitching media and issues management). In addition, the incumbent will prepare a variety of written communications (e.g., media releases, articles, and announcements), respond to media inquiries, and manage and oversee video and photo shoots. All of these functions will be carried out in close coordination and partnership with various units within UCLA Strategic Communications, ensuring continuity and constant communication.
Duties are performed onsite during normal office working hours with the possibility of a FlexWork schedule. Working hours may include weekends, evenings and holidays and may require light travel.
Percentage of Time:
100
Shift Start:
8:00 am
Shift End:
5:00 pm
Qualifications for Position
22
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Qualifications
Required/Preferred
1. A minimum of 10 years of communications experience in progressively responsible positions in a large organization.
Required
2. Demonstrated ability to develop, organize, and implement communication and marketing programs with a high degree of professionalism, sensitivity, and integrity.
Required
3. Demonstrated success in creating communication and public affairs efforts that are creative and results-focused.
Required
4. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with high-level academic and administrative leadership and senior departmental staff to identify communication needs and to conceive and execute programs and services to meet such needs.
Required
5. Demonstrated ability to articulate goals, strategies, tactics and benchmarks.
Required
6. Experience conceiving and writing content for marketing materials, digital platforms, talking points/speeches.
Required
7. Demonstrated skills to actively and constructively participate in a complex organization, recognizing the need for a high degree of collaboration.
Required
8. Experience establishing, managing and evaluating collaborative projects and developing support among diverse constituencies.
Required
9. Comprehensive, current technical knowledge with the ability to fully utilize the capabilities of new media.
Required
10. Ability and disposition to stay current with activities and achievements of faculty, alumni, students and other constituencies on an ongoing basis.
Required
11. Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to instill confidence. Demonstrated to be a team player and work and collaborate with others.
Required
12. A strong strategic orientation, commitment to excellence, and attention to detail.
Required
13. Strong and effective writing and verbal communication skills.
Required
14. Demonstrated skill in writing news releases, articles and other materials accurate and suitable for publication in newspapers, magazines, digital media and broadcast.
Required
15. Demonstrated working knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations, public information and marketing functions.
Required
16. Demonstrated skill in communicating effectively as a spokesperson on behalf of the College with media, community organizations, alumni and University personnel.
Required
17. Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to relate effectively to the diverse public including high-profile local, national and international figures and to effectively represent the College to internal and external constituents.
Required
18. Ability to handle all information with sensitivity, discretion and solid judgment.
Required
19. Ability to get to work reliably and on time either remotely or on campus, and to be present in the campus workplace during normal working hours as needed.
Required
20. Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Required
21. Working knowledge of UC and UCLA departments, policies, regulations, guidelines and resources for programming.
Preferred
22. Advanced degree in higher education or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred
Additional Posting Information
Bargaining Unit:
99-Policy Covered
Application Deadline:
07-10-2023
External Posting Date: