Communications Manager for Undergraduate Programs

About the role

The Communications Manager leads communication initiatives, public relations, and marketing campaigns for the E.J. Ourso College of Business undergraduate degree programs and student success initiatives. The role requires strong writing, editing, and creative thinking to produce diverse content and elevate the college’s reputation.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic, digital‑first communications to promote undergraduate degree programs, including student stories, press releases, social media, promotional materials, and website copy.
• Lead planning, content development, production, editing, and distribution of the weekly student newsletter, The Ourso Experience.
• Partner with the Office of Business Student Success to support communications related to student engagement and career readiness.
• Design and execute a social media strategy aligned with business goals, maintain an editorial calendar, and report on engagement analytics.
• Create communications and marketing materials for units such as the Center for Internal Auditing & Cybersecurity Risk Management.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, track timelines, and ensure timely completion.
• Assist with special initiatives for LSU Division of Marketing and Communications, LSU Foundation, and other entities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; three or more years of professional experience in marketing communications, social media management, digital content creation, advertising, project management, or journalism.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Proficiency in digital content creation, project management, and critical thinking.