Job Description:

Brown University Dining Services is seeking an innovative and creative marketing expert to serve as the Assistant Director, Dining Services Marketing and Communications.  This position will be a new addition to the Dining Services♠senior leadership team.

The successful candidate will manage the websites for Dining Services and be responsible for developing and directing marketing/communications strategy and implementation for all Dining Services operations, including residential dining, retail eateries, bakeshop, Gourmet to Go, concessions, Faculty Club, Catering Operations, express catering and special events.  The Assistant Director, Marketing and Communications will collaborate with our Bon Appetit partners, unit directors and the culinary team to assess needs and develop long-term strategic marketing plans and short term adjustments and initiatives for Dining Services. The incumbent will lead projects with marketing service providers to produce publications and other marketing collateral, and will serve as the liaison to Brownâ™s Office of University Communications for media inquiries on matters affecting Dining Services operations.  The incumbent will report directly to the Director of Dining Programs. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelorâ™s degree in marketing, communications or related field, grad degree desired
• 5-7 years of experience or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
• Specific demonstrated experience launching and marketing new products to adult markets.  Experience in higher education preferred
• Demonstrated graphic layout and design skills.
• Working knowledge of online and print publishing.
• At least two yearsâ™ experience with website content, creation and maintenance.
• Ability to manage details of simultaneous complex projects
• Ability to understand strategic objectives and align and adjust initiatives
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess a willingness to promote a diverse and inclusive campus community
• Thorough understanding of marketing best practices, copyright and branding 
• Expert knowledge of: Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Excel), HTML and graphics production experience a plus
• Expert knowledge of print, design, media and advertising as well as technology and new media practices.

All offers of employment are contingent upon an education and background check satisfactory to Brown University.

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Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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