Associate Director of Communications

The Associate Director of Communications develops high-quality editorial content and manages earned media initiatives for the D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University. Reporting to the Executive Director of Marketing and Communications, this position produces long-form and high-visibility communications, develops strategic media pitches, and supports external brand positioning in alignment with established Institute and University strategy.

The Associate Director translates complex research, policy, programmatic, and organizational information into clear, credible, and compelling narratives for media, executive, partner, stakeholder, and public audiences. The successful candidate will be an exceptional writer and editor with significant media relations experience, strong pitching capabilities, sound editorial judgment, and the ability to identify timely stories and opportunities within the news cycle.

The position works closely with leaders, researchers, and subject matter experts across IVMF, coordinates with Syracuse University communications colleagues, and provides day-to-day direction to a small number of assigned staff or contributors.

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