PR and Communications Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-impact messaging for the SVP of the School of Business and school leadership, including talking points, media statements, and conference remarks.
• Craft compelling thought leadership content such as blogs, op-eds, and panel pitches to elevate the value of business education.
• Lead media relations strategy by identifying pitch stories, securing coverage, and responding to media inquiries in collaboration with the university's PR firm.
• Oversee the creation of original written and visual content for newsletters, social media, and digital storytelling.
• Provide onsite strategic support at high-visibility conferences and events to ensure brand alignment.
• Partner with internal departments to support employee engagement and ensure consistent university-wide messaging.
• Track communications impact and engagement metrics to optimize ongoing strategy and content.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in media, public relations, marketing, or communications.
• Experience working within a higher education or business environment.
• Proficiency in LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and Microsoft Office.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working specifically in higher education.
• Experience working within the business industry.
• Professional experience as a media reporter or public relations practitioner.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, telehealth, and mental healthcare.
• Health savings account and flexible spending account.
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance.
• Flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation, plus flexible paid sick time.
• Discounted WGU tuition and wellbeing programs.
• Up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

About the Company

Western Governors University (WGU) is a leading accredited online university founded to make higher education more accessible through online, competency-based degree programs. WGU is dedicated to expanding access to education and providing a diverse, student-focused professional environment.