Director of Communications

The Rice University School of Architecture invites applications for Director of Communications. Under the direction of the dean and in collaboration with the faculty, the Director of Communications leads the planning, development, and execution of the school’s communication strategies and events, including its distinct visual identity.

The Director of Communications is a forward-thinking, highly innovative partner with a comprehensive understanding of the international landscape of architecture schools and other cultural and professional organizations. They oversee sophisticated content production across diverse media assets and platforms, including the World Wide Web, social media, and other digital and print assets; ensure the proper archiving of the school’s communications; cultivate university-wide, national, and international audiences; and continually evaluate the effectiveness of communication strategies through analytics and market research. They coordinate the production of publicity and marketing materials—including special projects—ensuring quality, clarity, impact, and consistency with the school’s visual identity and branding. They also support the dean in planning, generating, editing, and refining guidelines, themes, and content for various communication channels, including strategic and executive-level messaging. Working collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders, they oversee the planning and execution of public programs, such as lectures, exhibitions, symposia, and civic forums.

For more information and to apply, visit the full posting.