Director of Communications & Strategy

Job Title

Director of Communications & Strategy

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Educational Broadcast Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.  

Who We Are

KAMU Studios utilizes its TV and radio broadcasting and production resources, along with its many digital distribution channels, to provide unique and compelling content, continuing its more than 50-year legacy as a trusted public media source. We support Texas A&M University's mission by providing hands-on training for students, delivering educational and informational programming for all ages, and fostering original storytelling for the Bryan-College Station community and the entire Brazos Valley.

What We Want

The Director of Communications and Strategy is a key leadership role within KAMU at Texas A&M University. This position oversees a broad range of content creation, digital strategy and team management responsibilities that support the institution’s mission and visibility across platforms.

What You Need To Know

Salary: Commensurate based on selected candidates experience.

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

Responsibilities

Content Creation & Editorial:

•          Develop and manage a regular digital newsletter, curating content that aligns with institutional goals and engages target audiences.

•          Write, edit and publish website articles and collaborate with other departments for timely updates.

•          Oversee and assist with student-produced podcast content, providing editorial guidance and technical support.

•          Produce TV promos and other broadcast content, ensuring high-quality messaging and alignment with brand standards.

•          Occasionally photograph events or individuals for use in communications and media materials.

Production & Visual Media Collaboration:

•         Collaborate closely with KAMU’s Visual Media Team to plan, coordinate and execute high-quality video, photography and design projects.

•          Participate in pre-production planning, script development and scheduling for visual content across platforms.

•          Provide leadership in setting production standards and workflows to ensure brand consistency and timely delivery.

•          Serve as a producer on key visual media projects, balancing creative direction with institutional goals.

Technology & Platform Management:

•          Digital & Web Operations: Manage the home page and key sections of the website, ensuring timely, accurate and engaging content.

•          Curate content feeds, manage metadata and optimize user experience for the station’s streaming app

•         Oversee basic website analytics and reporting to evaluate performance and inform strategic decisions.

•          Maintain and enhance the organization’s visual identity, including designing or overseeing graphics for web, social, print and broadcast.

Technology & Platform Management:

•          Ensure smooth operations and updates across media platforms and communications channels.

Leadership & Team Management:

•          Help lead a diverse team of full-time and part-time employees, including staff, interns and students.

•          Provide strategic vision and leadership while fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented work environment.

•          Oversee project workflows, evaluate team performance and guide professional development efforts.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 10 years of professional management experience, including both staff and interns or students.

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Proven experience in digital communications, content creation or media production in university or nonprofit setting preferred.

•   Familiarity with web content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Drupal), Adobe Creative Suite and podcasting tools is highly desirable.

• Experience in graphic design, photography and video editing is a plus.

• Prefer candidate who has worked for at least 5 years in a professional newsroom.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Exceptional leadership, organizational and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong understanding of analytics tools and content performance metrics.

• Strong skills in writing, editing, project management and multimedia content development.

• The role requires a dynamic individual with strong experience in content development, team leadership and digital communications, who can both guide high-level strategy and contribute hands-on to day-to-day operations, while also working with student workers.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time  

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

  Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume’ or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.