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Assistant Director for Media Relations

Employer
Stetson University
Location
Gulfport, Florida, United States

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Assistant Director for Media Relations

Tracking Code352-280 Job Description

Designs and implements media strategies in print and digital that engage with the target audience, boost our brand awareness and are aligned with the university’s strategy. The experienced candidate will write, edit and produce consistent brand messaging, disseminate it through news releases, print/digital feature articles and social media. The role also serves as university media contact and liaison to the Director of Communications, senior administrators, faculty and students.

  • Create and execute outbound communications plans and tailor messages to promote the College of Law’s reputation to external audiences
  • Serve as managing editor and writer for the University’s Alumni magazine
  • Supervise freelance editorial staff in the production of feature articles for digital and print publications
  • Write and edit scripts for videos and presentations by leadership
  • Develop regional and national media contacts and competitive editorial placements for the College of Law
  • Present multimedia stories to journalists to promote the College of Law
  • Conduct media training with faculty leadership
  • Perform media monitoring reporting and analysis
  • Participate in Crisis Management planning and execution
  • Monitor and post relevant Law School content to social media outlets.
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Required SkillsBachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations or related field required. Minimum of seven years of experience in related field required.

Considerable knowledge of English grammar and composition, AP style and feature writing and editing. Strong writing and editing for digital and print channels, plus supervising editorial staff Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to communicate information in a clear and concise manner. Must be a natural collaborator and networker. Great people skills and professionalism are necessary. Establish and maintain positive and collaborative working relationships, both internally and externally. Works to build an environment that promotes and facilitates the success of Diversity and Inclusive Excellence. Flexibility to work occasional night and weekends, as required.

Computer skills: MS Office, Outlook, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Chrome, FireFox, Explorer. Experience with audio/video editing software in Windows and Mac environments a plus. Skilled in digital photography a plus.

Job Location Gulfport, Florida, United StatesPosition TypeFull-Time/Regular

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Our mission at Stetson University is to provide an excellent education in a creative community where learning and values meet, and to foster in students the qualities of mind and heart that will prepare them to reach their full potential as informed citizens of local communities and the world.

At Stetson, the art of teaching is practiced through programs solidly grounded in a tradition of liberal learning that stimulates critical thinking, imaginative inquiry, creative expression, and lively intellectual debate. The art of learning is enhanced through small interactive classes, close student-faculty alliances, and collaborative approaches that provide the foundation for rewarding careers and advanced study in selective graduate and professional programs. We embrace diverse methodologies to foster effective communication, information and technological literacy, and aesthetic appreciation. We encourage the development of informed convictions, independent judgment, and lifelong commitments to learning that are characteristic features of the enlightened citizen. In bringing together learning and values, the University encourages all of its members to demonstrate personal integrity; to develop an appreciation for the spiritual dimension of life; to embrace leadership in an increasingly complex, interdependent, and technological world; and to commit to active forms of social responsibility.

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Telephone
3868227474
Location
421 N Woodland Blvd
Unit 8358
Deland
FL
32723
United States

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