Executive Director of Communications & Marketing
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater Des Moines, IA Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking an Executive Director of Communications and Marketing to set and lead strategic communications and marketing efforts. Responsibilities include developing integrated campaigns, using audience research and data to guide priorities, and overseeing brand identity, content, websites, social media, and high-profile projects. The director will build partnerships across the organization, ensure consistent messaging, and advise senior leadership on speeches, presentations, and other executive communications. The role also includes identifying stories and media opportunities that advance organizational visibility and strategic goals. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in communications or a related field and at least five years of progressively responsible relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required qualifications include experience across communications specialties, leadership and team-management skills, strong writing, editing, and oral communication abilities, and an understanding of video production. A master’s degree and ten years of relevant experience, including team supervision, are preferred. Experience in higher education, government, or a corporate setting is also preferred.
Functions:
- Marketing
About the Company
Large public land-grant university
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Age
employees
10,001+