American University

Educational Requirements: A Bachelor's degree is required. A Master's degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience is preferred.

Minimum Requirements:
• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education marketing, advertising, public relations, or related area with a proven track record of developing and executing marketing, communications, and social media plans
• Strong interpersonal and written communication, presentation, and problem solving skills
• Ability to apply market research and audience segmentation data, strategies and tactics
• Excellent attention to detail with proven ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced, high pressure environment
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multicultural environment with diverse constituencies
• Events planning experience
• Familiarity with the organizational structure of major colleges and universities and the challenges specific to higher education communications

Preferred Requirements:
• Graphic and/or social design experience
• Experience in both corporate and non-profit and international settings, and with student- oriented marketing is a plus