Communications Strategist
Employee Classification: Communications Strategist | Campus: University of North Texas, Denton
About Us
The University of North Texas System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, employing more than 14,000 employees and educating over 49,000 students. Our values—We Care, Better Together, Courageous Integrity, Be Curious, and Show Your Fire—guide a people-first, innovation-driven culture.
Department Summary
The Texas Talent Accelerator, launched by the University of North Texas, is a strategic regional initiative addressing the workforce needs of the rapidly growing North Texas region. Collaborating with employers, educational institutions, and economic development partners, the Accelerator aligns talent development with industry demands, fosters innovation, and strengthens economic competitiveness.
About the Role
The Communications Strategist provides strategic leadership for all communications, marketing, and public relations initiatives for the Accelerator. This role develops and executes a comprehensive communications strategy to advance the Accelerator's mission, strengthen its reputation, and increase visibility. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Strategist translates complex workforce research into clear, compelling narratives through reports, digital content, and communication products. The position collaborates with Accelerator leadership, university communications teams, and external partners to build relationships with media and position the Accelerator as a thought leader.
Responsibilities
- Develop communication products including reports, presentations, and digital content.
- Collaborate with researchers to ensure findings are accurately and effectively presented.
- Manage dissemination strategies to ensure research reaches intended audiences.
- Support the Texas Talent Accelerator's positioning as a national leader in workforce research through thought leadership content.
- Work with a team of communications professionals—including writers, graphic designers, videographers, and digital content specialists—to produce high-quality communications across multiple platforms.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field and five years of experience in writing and/or editing publications; or equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
- Ability to conceptualize, write, and edit strategic content for university audiences.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, conduct multiple tasks, and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to coordinate large projects with numerous components.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Experience in creative editing, fact-checking, and visual inspection of print and digital copy.
- Extensive knowledge of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and Associated Press and Chicago Manual styles.
- Knowledge of writing styles and guidelines for various media formats (print, digital/social media, video, broadcast).
- Understanding of institutional strategy and ability to integrate it into communication modes.
- Ability to supervise and/or coordinate the work of others.
- Knowledge of industry best practices for aligning communication strategies with institutional goals.
Benefits
For information regarding benefits, visit UNT System Benefits.
Pay
$70,000 annually
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM