Director Of Communications And Marketing Strategy

Summary
The University of Michigan Arts Initiative seeks to illuminate and expand human connections, inspire collaborative creativity, and build a more just and equitable world through the arts. Launched in 2019, with $2 million in start-up funds, the Arts Initiative is in the first year of a 5-year plan with a $20 million commitment from the university. The Arts Initiative energizes, supports, and amplifies the whole creative ecosystem at U-M to: transform the student experience; spark ideas and innovation; foster a more vibrant, joyful, and friendly world, and build capacity and sustainability for the arts. At this stage of growth, we are seeking an imaginative and experienced strategist to guide our communication efforts to connect with both our campus and the wider public. The Director of Communications and Marketing Strategy reports to the Executive Director of the Arts Initiative.
Workplace location: This position is based in Ann Arbor, MI and is hybrid working both remotely and on site.
As the Director of Communications and Marketing Strategy you will be a generous collaborator, developing and implementing strategies to strengthen arts communications across the University of Michigan ecosystem. This includes shaping the arts communications strategy, core themes, and communications channels in partnership with the Arts Initiative team and campus collaborators. You will direct the marketing of core Arts Initiative efforts, events, and funding programs, amplify the work of our collaborators, and lead a communications team of staff and student employees to serve the initiative's overall goals.
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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
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Responsibilities*

• Measure and improve the effectiveness of campus-wide arts communications
• Develop, implement, and update strategic arts communication plans for the University of Michigan and the Arts Initiative
• Collaborate with other departments to serve the broader U-M arts ecosystem
• Engage diverse audiences through innovative and proven strategies
• Lead and manage the communications team in developing and optimizing effective communications channels such as social media, newsletters, and podcasts
• Support the Arts Initiative staff in achieving communication goals
• Work with the VP's Office for Communications and Michigan News to amplify arts stories globally
• Emphasize the value of arts within a research university with the President's and Provost's offices
• Enhance the Arts Initiative's branding and visual identity
• Serve on university committees to further the Arts Initiative's mission
• Maintain knowledge of other program areas and represent the Arts Initiative at university events and national conferences

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree
• A robust communications background in print and digital communications, marketing and analysis that can be demonstrated in a professional work portfolio
• Five or more years of relevant professional experience demonstrating a progression of responsibility
• Experience managing a team
• Strong computer fluency with MS Office, Google Suite, and Adobe Suite
• A commitment to the University's values of diversity, equity and inclusion, and recognition of the importance of treating each individual with dignity and respect consistent with the University's Mission

Additional Information
This is a full-time, exempt position at the University of Michigan. Salary range is $85,000 to $100,000.
Application Deadline
Application deadline is Monday, January 15, 2024; submissions prior to the deadline are encouraged.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
243074
Working Title
Director of Communications and Marketing Strategy
Job Title
Communications Manager
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Acad & Fac Affairs
Department
Arts Initiative
Posting Begin/End Date
12/12/2023 - 1/16/2024
Salary
$85,000.00 - $100,000.00
Career Interest
Communications & Marketing