Chief Communications & Marketing Officer (CCMO)

The Company is in search of a Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (CCMO) to lead the development and execution of a comprehensive branding and communications strategy. The successful candidate will be responsible for elevating the company's identity across all internal and external channels, ensuring that its mission and strategy resonate with various constituents. This role involves serving as the primary storyteller and brand steward, coordinating communications, public relations, media, and marketing efforts to enhance the institution's image. The CCMO will work closely with senior leadership to define strategic priorities, identify new opportunities, and establish official institutional policies and style guidelines. Executive leadership in marketing and community relations is a key aspect of the position, as is the ability to support the company's identity as a growing, innovative, and dynamic entity. Applicants for the CCMO position at the company should be accomplished communications and marketing professionals with a proven track record in higher education, non-profit, or similar settings. The role requires expertise in developing sophisticated marketing communication strategies and multi-channeled strategic plans. Strong leadership skills, experience as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, and superior oral and written communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be an adaptable and innovative leader, capable of coordinating teams and resources to deliver data-informed strategies for a diverse range of audiences. Responsibilities for this full-time position include on-site work in North Carolina and a commitment to the company's bold strategic plan.