Communications Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage all communication activities for the College of Engineering, including news storytelling and strategic planning
• Research, develop, and create news and feature stories through internal interviews and original reporting
• Develop comprehensive communication plans in collaboration with senior management
• Act as a project manager to oversee communication objectives, materials, and implementation
• Outline video needs and messaging for primary story delivery and supporting content
• Oversee vendors involved in production and distribution, and potentially supervise staff
• Write diverse content including press releases, pitch documents, fact sheets, web content, and magazine stories
• Assess the effectiveness of communication campaigns and incorporate stakeholder feedback for improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field
• 5-8 years of relevant professional experience
• Successful completion of a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in communications or a related field
• Proven experience in relationship building and vendor management
• Strong project management skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• Tuition benefits and ample paid time off
• Life, accidental death, and disability insurance
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• Access to fitness center and Family Concierge Team support

About the Company

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university recognized as one of the world’s most renowned educational institutions. The College of Engineering is a world-class institution dedicated to excellence, innovation, and solving global challenges through transformative research and interdisciplinary integration.