Senior Director of Content and Executive Communications

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You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.Closing Date:07/12/2026Type of Position:Marketing and Communications StrategyWorkstudy Position:NoJob Type:RegularWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Sponsorship Available:NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Appli­cants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.Department:External Relations LeadershipDepartment's Website:Summary of Job Duties:The Senior Director of Content and Executive Communications serves as the Walton College's lead writer and editorial strategist, shaping the written voice of the college across high-visibility channels and leadership communications. This role is responsible for developing, writing, and editing flagship content such as the annual report, monthly newsletters, dean's speeches and scripts, strategic messaging, thought leadership pieces, donor and stakeholder communications, web and campaign copy and other materials that require advanced copywriting, editorial judgment and brand discipline. The position ensures all written communications reflect the college's ambition, credibility and distinctiveness, while translating complex academic, business, research and donor-centered stories into clear, compelling narratives for internal and external audiences.Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English, public relations, marketing or a related fieldSeven or more years of progressively responsible professional experience in writing, editorial strategy, executive communications, journalism or integrated content developmentDemonstrated experience writing for senior executives or institutional leaders, with an ability to capture another person's voiceDemonstrated exceptional long-form and short-form writing, editing, proofreading and storytelling skillsStrong command of grammar, AP style or similar editorial standards and content development best practicesPreferred Qualifications:Experience in higher education, business school communications, journalism, philanthropy or mission-driven organizationsPortfolio demonstrating annual reports, executive speeches, thought leadership, magazine features or donor-facing storytellingExperience building editorial calendars and managing complex, multi-stakeholder approval workflowsFamiliarity with copyright considerations, permissions, sourcing and proper content attributionKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to manage confidential or sensitive information with discretion and sound judgmentAdditional Information:Salary Information:Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply:Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeOptional Documents:Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact Information:Blake WoolseyChief Strategy & Communications OfficerSam M. Walton College of BusinessBWoolsey@walton.uark.eduAll application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.Special Instructions to Applicants:Pre-employme