Communications Officer

Room: 18-397
Phone: 617-715-5764
E-Mail: randalld@mit.edu
- Digital Presence & Strategy: I manage all aspects of the departmental website, from technical maintenance and developer coordination, to photography and fresh content updates.
- Social Media & Outreach: As our department’s internet voice, I drive our social media channels and collaborate with our Development Officer Corrie Lefebvre and the Alumni Association to highlight our community during MIT Giving Day.
- News & Editorial Leadership: As the primary liaison to the MIT News Office, I pitch high-impact research, write original articles on departmental achievements, and celebrate our community’s awards.
- Community Communications: Producing and publishing the department’s monthly newsletters (Chemformation and the Department Head Update) are my responsibility. I also compile the department’s annual Report to the President.
- Brand & Identity: As the lead contact for MIT branding and logos, I design and distribute departmental brochures, one-pagers, and promotional SWAG.
- Access & Environment: I oversee the Mentorship Spotlight Awards, keep the departmental display screens updated, serve as a “gatekeeper” for card access, (Click here to request Card Access), and work to keep the Space Management System up to date.