Corcoran Marketing and Communications Manager

George Washington University

United States, D.C., Washington

Jan 22, 2025

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:	The Office of Communications and Marketing is comprised of a high performing team responsible for advancing the university's reputation and telling GW's story through a diverse array of university channels, including digital and web properties and publications, multimedia and web properties, creative services, publications, media relations and paid marketing efforts across the university. This office drives the strategy and tactics for highlighting and raising the visibility of the university's experts, initiatives, and accomplishments. George Washington University is seeking a Communications and Marketing Manager to advance and support the strategic priorities of its Corcoran School of the Arts & Design. The Communications and Marketing Manager is responsible for creating and executing comprehensive communications and marketing strategies that positions the Corcoran School as a leader in the arts and art scholarship, advances its organizational brand, and manages its voice in public-facing materials. Responsibilities include: Directing, managing, and implementing internal and external communications and strategy for the school's academic divisions, partnerships, community engagement initiatives, events and exhibitions. Shaping and iterating messaging across communications channels, including social media, websites, newsletters, advertising campaigns and marketing collateral. Working with the schools' senior leadership on messaging and critical external and internal communications, as well as event promotion and creation of video content to engage and inform key stakeholders. Building and maintaining close relationships with faculty to identify and promote stories of impact and innovation. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. This is a position for a proactive, responsive and motivated individual willing to work within a dynamic programmatic environment and contribute to the broader institutional vision. About the Corcoran School of the Arts & Design GW's Corcoran School of the Arts and Design is dedicated to educating the next generation of cultural leaders. Part of the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, the school functions as an incubator for artists, designers and scholars, who learn from internationally renowned faculty at the intersection of creativity and social innovation. The school has seven program areas that offer undergraduate and graduate degrees in art history, design, interior architecture, museum studies, music, fine arts, theatre and dance. Its home in Washington, D.C., means students work and study at some of the city's most prestigious companies, galleries and museums.
Minimum Qualifications:	Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:	A bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and at least 2 years of relevant professional experience. Superior oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage social media platforms. Demonstrated ability to create, edit, monitor, and promote a wide range of content. Experience with online content management systems. Demonstrated skill in developing printed or digital collateral including providing guidance and direction or executing video or other photography and design work. Advertising and marketing expertise.
Hiring Range	$64,483.58 - $106,415.52
GW Staff Approach to Pay	How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:	Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department:	Corcoran
Family	Comm, Mktg & Media
Sub-Family	Communications and Public Relations
Stream	Individual Contributor
Level	Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time:	Full-Time
Hours Per Week:	40
Work Schedule:	Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM Occasional evenings and weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site?	Yes
Employee Onsite Status	Hybrid
Telework:	Yes
Required Background Check:	Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:	Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only?	No
Posting Number:	S013546
Job Open Date:	01/22/2025
Job Close Date:	01/27/2025
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening	Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:	The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.