Communications Director Jobs
Communications Director jobs are open across corporations, nonprofits, government agencies, healthcare systems, and higher education, from manager-level to VP, with specializations in public affairs, media relations, and internal communications. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Title: COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Employee Type: Unclassified Staff
Department: P/H DEAN'S OFFICE
Campus Location: SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH/ADMIN
Closing date: October 15, 2026
JOB SUMMARY/BASIC FUNCTIONS
The Communications Director provides strategic leadership for all public-facing communications and branding for the School of Public Health. This role is responsible for shaping and maintaining a cohesive institutional identity, overseeing digital and media presence, and representing the School at the institutional and external levels. The Director partners with (1) Academic Affairs, Recruitment, and leadership to align marketing with enrollment, workforce, and strategic priorities, (2) the Office of Research to prioritize promoting the research achievements of faculty and students, and (3) Community Outreach and Engagement to develop meaningful community partnerships for both population and clinical research and education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education: Bachelor's
Required Field of Study: Marketing, Communications, Public Health or related field
Number of years required to perform the job: Five
Type of experience required to perform the job: professional level experience. Experience in marketing, communications, or higher education outreach
Substitution: Master's degree can substitute for 2 years of professional level experience
Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits
Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits
INTRODUCTION
Title: COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR
Employee Type: Unclassified Staff
Department: P/H DEAN'S OFFICE
Campus Location: SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH/ADMIN
Closing date: October 15, 2026
JOB SUMMARY/BASIC FUNCTIONS
The Communications Director provides strategic leadership for all public-facing communications and branding for the School of Public Health. This role is responsible for shaping and maintaining a cohesive institutional identity, overseeing digital and media presence, and representing the School at the institutional and external levels. The Director partners with (1) Academic Affairs, Recruitment, and leadership to align marketing with enrollment, workforce, and strategic priorities, (2) the Office of Research to prioritize promoting the research achievements of faculty and students, and (3) Community Outreach and Engagement to develop meaningful community partnerships for both population and clinical research and education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education: Bachelor's
Required Field of Study: Marketing, Communications, Public Health or related field
Number of years required to perform the job: Five
Type of experience required to perform the job: professional level experience. Experience in marketing, communications, or higher education outreach
Substitution: Master's degree can substitute for 2 years of professional level experience
Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC, New Orleans - Benefits
Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Beth Israel Lahey Health9
- Avalere Health7
- Columbia University7
- New York University7
- Nexstar Media Group7
Top Industries Hiring
- Education181
- Technology & Software129
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals68
- Healthcare & Medical Services42
- Marketing & Advertising39
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in communications director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field
- Seven or more years of experience in communications, public relations, or media relations
- Demonstrated experience leading and managing a communications team
- Proven ability to develop and execute organization-wide communications strategies
- Strong media relations skills with an established network of press contacts
- Proficiency with content management systems, email marketing platforms, and social media tools
Tips for Your Communications Director Job Search
Tailor your resume to the sector
A communications director resume for a hospital system reads very differently from one for a tech company. Swap in the right vocabulary, for example crisis communications for healthcare, product storytelling for SaaS, and donor communications for nonprofits, so hiring managers see a direct match.
Build a portfolio with measurable outcomes
Attach a short portfolio to every application. Include two or three campaign examples where you can show what you led, what changed, and how the audience responded. Hiring committees at this level expect evidence, not just a list of responsibilities on your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists communications director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Address the reporting line in your cover letter
Communications directors report to a CEO, CMO, or board depending on the organization. Name the reporting structure in your cover letter and explain how you have worked at that level before. It signals you understand the political weight of the role before day one.
Prepare a message architecture sample
Many hiring panels ask finalists to complete a take-home exercise. Bring a one-page message architecture you built for a past employer anyway. It shows you already think in frameworks, and it gives the panel something concrete to react to during your presentation.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate title
Before accepting an offer, confirm budget authority, team headcount, and whether communications is a standalone function or housed inside marketing. Title and compensation are harder to renegotiate than scope once you have started, so clarify those details during your final-round conversations.
Communications Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most communications directors?
The companies hiring the most communications directors right now include Beth Israel Lahey Health, Avalere Health, and Columbia University, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is spread across the private sector, government agencies, nonprofits, and higher education institutions.
How many communications director jobs are remote?
About 34% of communications director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting a broader shift in how senior communications roles are structured. Public affairs and internal communications sub-areas tend to have the highest share of remote and hybrid arrangements, while roles tied to crisis communications or government affairs more often require an on-site presence.
How do you become a communications director?
Most communications directors start in writing, journalism, or public relations and move into management after building a strong portfolio of campaigns and media work. From there, the path typically runs through a senior manager or communications manager role where you gain direct reports and budget responsibility. Demonstrating cross-functional leadership, for example owning an executive communications program or managing an agency relationship, is what separates candidates who move into director-level roles from those who plateau at the senior individual contributor level.
Can you get hired as a communications director without much experience?
It is possible but uncommon to land a communications director title without significant experience in the field. Smaller organizations, early-stage nonprofits, and startups occasionally hire candidates who are a step below traditional director qualifications if those candidates bring a strong portfolio, existing media relationships, or deep subject-matter expertise in the organization's industry. A focused track of published work, demonstrated leadership on high-visibility campaigns, and strong references from senior communicators all help close the experience gap.
What does the communications director interview process look like?
The process typically runs three to four rounds. An initial screen with HR or a talent partner is followed by a substantive interview with the hiring manager, often a CMO or CEO. Finalists are almost always asked to complete a presentation exercise, such as drafting a communications strategy or messaging framework for a fictional scenario. A final panel interview with cross-functional stakeholders, including legal, marketing, or the board, is common before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to communications director jobs?
You can find and apply to communications director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to each one that fits.
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