Director – Higher Education Communications | Whiteboard Advisors | United States Full Time

Responsibilities

• Approach client engagements with creativity.
• Navigate complex team and client needs with composure.
• Develop and execute communications strategies.
• Provide outstanding client service.
• Bring a critical eye to work and strive to exceed expectations.
• Create strong drafts of press releases, op-eds, and proposals.
• Conceptualize and develop story ideas that resonate with the media.
• Identify strategic partnerships and speaking opportunities.
• Manage regular client meetings and ensure timely execution.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of professional experience in education.
• Demonstrated success in media relations.
• Strong project management skills managing multiple tasks.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Experience managing basic scheduling and administrative tasks.
• Willingness to learn new skills and develop expertise.
• Familiarity with education, workforce development, or social impact.

Benefits

• Whiteboard Advisors provides equal employment opportunities.
• Prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type.
• Striving to create a context where everyone is heard.
• Opportunity to grow into higher-level positions over time.
• Engage across the PK12-workforce spectrum.
• Commitment to addressing equity and access in education.
• Encourages building a culture reflecting organizational values.
• Supports the professional development of team members.