Job Description
About the Marketing and Communications Manager Position
As the Marketing and Communications Manager, you will develop and lead the strategy and
execution of marketing and communications efforts that elevate Seattle’s University District as a
vibrant destination while strengthening the visibility, reputation, and impact of the U District
Partnership. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, you will work closely with a talented team of
managers to tell two interconnected stories: 1) the U District as a dynamic neighborhood to visit,
explore, and invest in, and 2) UDP as an organization driving meaningful change through its
programs, partnerships, and initiatives. Your work will span neighborhood branding, business
promotions and events, digital marketing, media relations, and organizational communications. You
will also help shape the next chapter of UDP's digital presence, including leading a comprehensive
website redesign.
You will join a fast-paced, collaborative organization with more than a century of service to the U
District and an ambitious five-year strategic plan. We are seeking a creative, strategic, and
self-directed communicator who understands how effective marketing can attract visitors, support
local businesses, shape perceptions, engage stakeholders, and demonstrate organizational impact.
You are organized, resourceful, and responsive, bringing a positive, collaborative spirit to your work
and approaching challenges with curiosity and a solutions-oriented mindset. Above all, you are a
skilled storyteller who can translate complex initiatives into compelling messages that build
excitement about the U District and appreciation for UDP's work.