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Senior Director of Alumni Communications Jobs in Los Angeles, California, USA at University of Southern California (USC)
Senior Director of Alumni Communications
Department:USC Communications,Advancement
Application Requirements:
Please ensure your application includes your resume, cover letter, and three writing samples, including at least one profile or impact story.
Please do notsubmit your applicationwithout these documents; incomplete applications will not be considered.
Overview:
As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which comprises the faculty, students, and staff that make the university a prime place to learn, grow, and succeed.
USC Communications is seeking aSenior Director of Alumni Communicationsto join its team. The Communications team sets the strategic communications vision and marketing strategies that promote the campus community’sinnovativeaccomplishments, builds a strong brand identity, and nurtures the University’s reputation among its vast constituencies. Reporting to the Special Advisor/Associate Vice President,AdvancementCommunications, the Senior Director serves as lead communications strategist and partner for the Associate Senior Vice President for Alumni Relations and USC Alumni Association.
The ideal candidate thrives in afast-paced,dynamic environmentand succeeds throughcollaboration,attention to detail, high-qualitycommunication, and a commitment to excellence for self and others.
Job Responsibilities:
Serves as lead communications strategist and partner for the Associate Senior Vice President for Alumni Relations and USC Alumni Association.
Acts as University Communications point of contact for USCAA and cross-campus alumni relations partners.
Manages one Assistant Director of Alumni Communications.
Leads creative and content support by leveraging cross-team collaborationand resources.
Develops and co-manages the alumni association’s editorial calendar and works with subject matter experts to develop digital, print, and experiential campaigns.
Researches, strategizes, develops, and writes a variety of alumni-facing materials.
Recommends and drives alumni and philanthropic features across university, school, and unit channels.
Other duties as assigned.
This is a hybrid position under our current work arrangement plan, with the expectation of on-site presence in our offices in the USC Tower located adjacent to the campus in downtown Los Angeles.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree.
5 years’ experience in marketing and/or communications.
Combined experience/educationcan substitute for minimumeducationand minimum experience.
Management experience in journalism and public relations.
Demonstrated verbal and writtencommunication skills.
In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words, and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Core Values: integrity, excellence,diversity, equity andinclusion, well-being, opencommunication, and accountability.
Preferred Qualifications:
7 years experience in marketing and/or communications.
Communications management experience within a university setting.
Salary and
Benefits:
The budgetedsalary rangefor this position is $ – $. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience,education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, …
Title: Senior Director of Alumni Communications
Company: University of Southern California (USC)
Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
Category: Marketing / Advertising / PR, Management
