Director of News and Publications

Brief Statement of Duties

Advance the image of Northern Michigan University (NMU) through high-quality marketing, information and promotional materials. Responsible for the leadership and supervision of the conceptual and creative processes and the writing and production of official university print and electronic publications and other communication formats used to promote or market the university to prospective students, current students, faculty, staff, alumni, and other university stakeholders. Disseminate institutional information through the effective use of mass communication media and technologies. Oversee the production and communication of Northern Today. Take the lead in maintaining good working relationships between the University community and mass media agencies and individuals.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree

Required Minimum Work Experience: Five years of experience writing for print and/or digital publications. Five years professional experience at a daily, weekly, or specialized newspaper, magazine, radio, or television station; as an editor, news director, publicist, and/or public relations practitioner; or as an on-air broadcaster, which includes working with regional and national news media to develop and place news or feature media items. Demonstrated professional experience with magazines production. Demonstrated professional experience in conceiving and writing marketing materials. Experience working with writers and clients.