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North Carolina State University

Director of Marketing and Communications

🇺🇸 Raleigh, NC 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $85K - $88K 💻 Marketing 🗓️ June 13th, 2026
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Edtech.com's Summary

NC State University is hiring a Director of Marketing and Communications for the Institute for Emerging Issues. The role leads the development and execution of comprehensive communications and marketing strategies to enhance the Institute's brand, engage diverse audiences, and position IEI as a leading voice on critical economic issues in North Carolina. The Director manages the marketing team and collaborates with university partners, community stakeholders, and key decision-makers throughout the state.

Highlights

  • Lead integrated communications and marketing strategy to strengthen IEI’s brand and impact.

  • Manage communications and marketing team and collaborate with university and external partners.

  • Develop multi-channel campaigns to engage audiences including NCSU, community partners, philanthropists, and public leaders.

  • Required proficiency with Google Analytics, WordPress, Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), and email marketing platforms like Cvent or MailChimp.

  • Minimum of 5 years public affairs/communications experience in government, nonprofit, or higher education.

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of training and experience; journalism, public relations, or marketing degrees preferred.

  • Skills in executive communications, media relations, strategic communications planning, and budget management.

  • Experience in public policy/advocacy communications and digital/social media strategy.

  • Valid driver’s license required due to travel for meetings and events across North Carolina.

  • Anticipated salary range: $85,000 - $87,756 annually.