The University Marketing and Communications (UMAC) Web Strategy team at the 91×ÔÅÄ is a dynamic, multidisciplinary group dedicated to building, supporting, and maintaining a modern, accessible, and user-friendly digital presence for the UW community and beyond. As stewards of the University’s web properties—including the homepage and over 200 affiliated sites—the team plays a pivotal role in advancing UW’s brand promise, fostering engagement, and empowering internal stakeholders across a decentralized communications landscape.
Team Structure
The Web Strategy team is organized into four core groups, each with specialized roles and responsibilities:
Leadership
- Director, Web Strategy
Focus: Provides strategic direction, operational oversight, cross-campus collaboration, manages project intake, fosters partnerships, and ensures alignment with UMAC’s goals and UW’s brand promise.
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Web and Mobile Operations
- Associate Director, Web and Mobile Operations
- Assistant Director, infrastructure
- Systems Engineer
- Web Developer (FPB)
- Web Managers (UWHR)
- Assistant Director, infrastructure
Focus: Stability, security, and scalability of digital infrastructure, WordPress multisite administration, server and hosting management, mobile app support, CI/CD pipelines, security, helpdesk, and strategic partnerships.
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Web Engagement
- Assistant Director, Web Engagement
- Full Stack Developer
- Front End Developer
- Intern
Focus: Digital storytelling, user engagement, WordPress development, front-end design, site maintenance, API integrations, marketing automation, analytics, SEO, and performance optimization.
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Content Strategy and User Experience
- Assistant Director, Content Strategy & User Experience
- User Experience Specialist
- Intern
Focus: Content strategy, editorial planning, UX 91×ÔÅÄ, interface design, homepage and brand site management, usability testing, and community leadership through Web Council.
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