Communication Program Director | Architecture

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As part of the leadership of the School of Architecture, the Communications Program Director oversees the development and implementation of a comprehensive communications strategy for the School. Notre Dame’s architecture curriculum is unique in its focus on traditional architecture and urbanism, and in its dedication to principles that encourage community, a sense of place, and a built environment designed at a human scale.

The School offers academic degrees at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, with the unique experience of required curriculum taught in Rome. Working with the senior leadership of the School, the Communications Program Director develops strategies that integrate print, digital, and media relations initiatives to enhance the reputation of the School among its key constituencies, including architecture critics and the media, deans of schools of architecture and professionals, policymakers and developers, alumni and prospective students, and the University.

The Program Director writes content, manages the creation of print and electronic publications, creates a comprehensive social media strategy, and promotes faculty research.

The Communications Program Director serves as the School’s representative within the University’s communications network, collaborating closely with the Executive Director of Academic Communications and colleagues across the Academic Communications Leadership Community of Practice and Campus Communicators Cabinet to elevate the School's distinctive strengths and contributions, identify opportunities to connect the School's work to broader University priorities, share best practices, and ensure alignment with University messaging and brand standards.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Writing: Writes, edits, and manages the production of communications materials, including press releases, feature stories, website content, social media, event marketing, and other outreach pieces.
• Communications Strategy: Working closely with the Francis & Kathleen Rooney Dean, the Program Director develops and implements a strategic communications plan to enhance the
  
  School's reputation among its key constituencies. The Program Director writes content, manages the creation of print and electronic publications, creates a comprehensive social media strategy, and elevates the visibility of faculty research among key audiences.
• Communications: Communicate to key audiences that support the advancement of the School's strategic plan. Oversee the process of maintaining and updating content on the School’s websites and social media channels as well as the electronic newsletter and periodic communications supporting publicity efforts, career services, graduate student recruitment, alumni, development and community and professional outreach.
• Promotion: Assist School leadership in the development and promotion of key events throughout the year including architectural prizes, alumni events, academic conferences, commencement and the School lecture series. Manage content distribution for periodic publications including conference proceedings and special projects as well as the School’s annual academic journal (ANTA.) Oversee all marketing and outreach activities within the School.
• Media Relations: Serve as the School of Architecture's primary liaison to Notre Dame's central media relations team. Identify and develop media opportunities that advance the School of Architecture's strategic priorities. Collaborate with faculty and school leadership to surface newsworthy stories, research, events, and thought leadership; develop media pitches and communications strategies; and work with central media relations professionals to secure and coordinate earned media coverage. As appropriate, manage relationships with external public relations consultants in support of specific communications initiatives.

Education Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (4 years).

Experience: 7 or more years relevant experience.

Degree Qualifications: Degree in Communications, Marketing or a related field.

Application Deadline to Apply: June 28, 2026

Hiring Pay Range: Up to $ 75,000 | Commensurate with experience

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter & Three writing samples. 

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