Media And Communications Manager

About the Job

The Media & Communications Manager is responsible for advancing Colorado Christian University's mission, reputation, and strategic priorities through storytelling, media relations, and institutional communications. Serving as the primary liaison with the University's public relations agencies, this position develops content for internal and external audiences, coordinates media opportunities, supports executive communications initiatives, and identifies compelling stories that highlight the impact of the CCU community.

Serving collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and University leadership, the Media & Communications Manager supports media engagement, press releases, campus announcements, and digital content creation.

About CCU

Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world-class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver.

Founded in 1914 on two principles—grace and truth—CCU’s scriptural foundation comes from John 1:17: For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. (ESV)

CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth. The university has been consistently ranked in the top 2 percent of colleges and universities nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni. CCU has had nine consecutive years of enrollment growth and has been named one of the five fastest-growing master’s granting universities by The Chronicle of Higher Education.

CCU offers more than 200 degree program options for traditional and adult students through its College of Undergraduate Studies and College of Adult and Graduate Studies. More than 10,000 students attend the University on the main campus, in regional centers throughout Colorado, and online.

Scripture states all Christians are called to serve Christ and to minister to others. Because Christians are individuals with different gifts and callings, we serve Christ in a variety of ministry vocations. CCU invites you to explore how you may use your calling and gifts at the University.

Key Job Duties

• Develop and execute media and communications strategies that advance Colorado Christian University's mission, reputation, and strategic priorities.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the University's public relations agency, Centennial Institute’s public relations agency, coordinating story development, media opportunities, interviews, and earned media initiatives.
• Identify, cultivate, and develop compelling stories across the University by building relationships with faculty, staff, students, alumni, donors, and University leadership while maintaining an active pipeline of story opportunities.
• Write, edit, and distribute press releases, feature stories, media advisories, website content, and other institutional communications materials.
• Capture and edit basic video and podcast content to support storytelling, communications, and digital content needs across the University.
• Collaborate with Communications and Creative Services, Enrollment Marketing, University Advancement, the Office of the President, and other campus partners to support strategic communications objectives.
• Successfully prioritize and execute multiple communications projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining high standards of quality, professionalism, and customer service.
• Leverage artificial intelligence (AI) tools responsibly to enhance research, content development, editing, and workflow efficiency while maintaining accuracy, originality, sound judgment, and adherence to University policies and professional standards.
• Maintain high standards of service, professionalism, responsiveness, and confidentiality when representing the University and interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor media coverage, track earned media results and provide reports and recommendations to support continuous improvement of communications efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Mission Contribution

In this role, the Media & Communications Manager contributes to the mission by identifying, developing, and communicating stories that reflect the University's impact, mission, and distinctively Christian identity. Through strategic storytelling, media relations, executive communications, and institutional messaging, this role helps ensure that CCU's voice is communicated with excellence, accuracy, and purpose.

By cultivating meaningful relationships across the University and promoting the achievements of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni, the Media & Communications Manager helps inform, inspire, and engage key audiences while reinforcing CCU's commitment to academic excellence and faithful Christian witness.