Digital Communications Strategist

Duke University :

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Digital Communications Strategist for Trinity College of Arts & Sciences, you'll be a vital part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that supports over 40 departments and units. You'll help shape how we connect with our audiences through digital platforms, ensuring our stories are presented with clarity, creativity, and purpose.

Be Bold.

The Digital Communications Strategist plays a key role in strengthening the college's digital communications infrastructure. You'll help coordinate web and social media strategies, support analytics-driven improvements, and ensure timely and engaging content distribution. You'll also partner with the Social Media and Events Promotion Specialist and collaborate closely with content producers to ensure cohesive and engaging storytelling across digital channels. A cover letter is required with your application.

What You'll Do :

Web Content & Management

• Build and edit webpages for new initiatives with a focus on design, user experience, and SEO.
• Test and implement new digital tools and features in collaboration with the Director of Digital Strategy and Duke's Office of Information Technology.
• Support departmental web editors through training and communications of best practices.
• Integrate multimedia and creative assets to enhance audience engagement.
• Maintain and update website content across departments, ensuring accessibility and brand alignment.

Digital Strategy & Implementation

Project Coordination & Internal Communications

Creative Content & Design

Writing samples will be requested as part of the interview process.

Other Duties as Assigned

Choose Duke.

Pay Range : $61,535.00 - $95,880.00 annually

Duke University offers competitive compensation based on experience, education, and market factors. Your total rewards include comprehensive medical and dental coverage, generous retirement benefits, and access to family-friendly and cultural programs. Learn more : https : / / hr.duke.edu / benefits /

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Skills :

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help us build a stronger, smarter, and more connected future.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions :

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and / or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.