Communications Manager - Ed Tech

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Grade: Professional 310

Pay Range: $88300.00 $132400.00

Job Description

• Develop and deliver highimpact messaging on behalf of the SVP of Technology and EdTech leadership including talking points media statements conference remarks and executive communications.

• Craft compelling thought leadership content (blogs opeds panel pitches) that elevate EdTechs voice within the education and technology landscape.

• Prepare briefing materials and media prep for EdTech leaders in advance of interviews speaking engagements and external appearances.

• Provide onsite strategic support at highvisibility conferences and events to ensure message alignment and brand presence.

• Lead media relations strategy for the EdTech portfolio and proactively identify pitch stories secure coverage and respond to media inquiries.

• Monitor industry news and media trends to surface timely opportunities for commentary brand positioning and thought leadership.

• Build and maintain relationships with key industry and education journalists influencers and media platforms.

• Oversee creation of original written and visual content for newsletters social media and digital storytellingincluding Instagramstyle videos slides and visual briefings.

• Collaborate with internal partners and content creators to maintain and update web content related to EdTech initiatives.

• Source relevant internal and external data to support storytelling enhance credibility and reinforce thought leadership themes.

• Serve as the strategic communications liaison between the EdTech team and other university departments to ensure message consistency visibility and collaboration.

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive strategic communication plan for EdTech operations aligned with university priorities and milestones.

• Partner with People & Talent Internal Comms and EdTech leadership to support employee engagement and recognition efforts within the EdTech division.

• Partner with the Conferences & Events team to secure and maximize speaking opportunities for EdTech leaders at industry summits and panels.

• Track communications impact and engagement metrics to inform ongoing strategy and content optimization.

• Advise leadership on message framing audience targeting and brand positioning in alignment with universitywide communications goals.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills

• Understanding of higher education environment

• Demonstrated skill and ability with social media and communication tools including LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Microsoft Office and Adobe products

• Familiarity with media relations practices

• Ability to conceptualize projects and manage multiple priorities

• Strategic thinker with ability to maintain good judgment in a fastpaced dynamic environment

• Detail oriented organized and able to meet deadlines

• Display a competent and confident professional demeanor

• Works well in a team environment

• Ability to manage shifting priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Collaborative yet selfdirected committed to high standards and motivated by continuous improvement and measurable outcomes.

• Ability to work with stakeholders across an organization to collaboratively achieve objectives

• Ability to collect and connect pertinent information

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Ability to identify issues assess impact and determine appropriate communication strategy

• Bachelors degree in journalism communication marketing public relations or related field

• Minimum five years of experience in media public relations marketing or communications preferably within a higher education or Ed Tech environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in higher education

• Experience working within the Ed Tech industry

• Experience working as a media reporter or public relations practitioner

• Proficient in Spanish

Experience in lieu of education

Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.

Physical Qualifications:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 25%

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Position & Application Details

FullTime Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a fulltime regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical dental vision telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual 11 paid holidays and other paid leaves including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

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