Strategic Communications Manager (Finance)

The Strategic Communications Manager drives the creation and delivery of high-impact written and multimedia content that elevate USF's visibility and reputation as a leading research university. Reporting to the Senior Director of News Content and Production, the Strategic Communications Manager is required to produce multi-channel content through articles, original photography and videography, ensuring seamless integration with multiple university platforms.
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The Strategic Communications Manager must have the drive to learn new things, skilled in translating complex subject matters for a general audience and the ability to complete projects on tight deadlines. This role works in close partnership with media relations, marketing and social media teams to amplify storytelling across owned platforms, earned media and paid channels.
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As a representative of University Communications and Marketing, the Strategic Communications Manager cultivates strong relationships with faculty to uncover compelling research stories and position USF expertise to local and national audiences. The individual also designs and facilitates faculty outreach efforts and collaborates with media relations to maximize coverage of USF-produced content in mainstream news outlets.
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Responsibilities include coverage of university research published in academic journals, enterprise content that align with USF's strategic priorities and other stories about the people and projects that make USF unique. The Strategic Communications Manager must have a strong understanding of AP Style, brand journalism and how to write for targeted audiences. Additional responsibilities include providing guidance to USF interns, advancing project management efforts and monitoring media analytics to assess impact of communications efforts.This position requires a Bachelor's degree in communication, marketing, public relations, technical writing, digital media, or related field, with 4 years of experience in related positions; or a Master's degree in the fields listed above and 2 years of experience.Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.