Jay Hansen

Jay Hansen serves as the Senior Director of Brand Storytelling at The Ohio State University, a role held since July 2013, where leadership encompasses a team focused on conveying brand principles through compelling narratives about research, student achievements, faculty excellence, and accomplished alumni. Previously, Jay Hansen held the position of Director of Brand Journalism and was responsible for producing content to support Ohio State’s brand narrative, along with overseeing various publications during tenure as Director of Publications. Prior to joining The Ohio State University, Jay Hansen worked as Director of Communications for The Ohio State University Alumni Association and held editorial roles, including Sports Editor at Newark Advocate and Lancaster Eagle-Gazette. Educational credentials include a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, earned between 1991 and 1995.