The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Media Relations Associate
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Job Description
The purpose of this role is to assist in the work of salvation and exaltation by providing individual contributor and intermediate level support for the global media relations division for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints. Employees at this level work under general supervision and handle moderately complex issues and problems that require solid working knowledge of media and/or public affairs.
Responsibilities
Perform research, analyze information, and support Church spokespersons.
Communicate professionally, including by phone and in person, with journalists, writers and producers.
Assist the global team with data, memos, documents, reports, and presentations to help the Church in coming out of darkness and obscurity.
Support projects, programs, or processes, including General Conference and news conferences.
Assist lower level employees through training and/or mentorship.
Qualifications
4‑year college degree or equivalent; significant internship experience is advantageous.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other software, including social media and social media reporting tools.
Ability to problem‑solve and resolve moderately complex conflict and problems through sound decision making.
Organize and prioritize work and needs.
Understand and follow instructions; interact with others productively, professionally; work with discretion, confidentiality, and integrity.
About Us Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Religious Institutions and Non‑profit Organizations
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Responsibilities
Perform research, analyze information, and support Church spokespersons.
Communicate professionally, including by phone and in person, with journalists, writers and producers.
Assist the global team with data, memos, documents, reports, and presentations to help the Church in coming out of darkness and obscurity.
Support projects, programs, or processes, including General Conference and news conferences.
Assist lower level employees through training and/or mentorship.
Qualifications
4‑year college degree or equivalent; significant internship experience is advantageous.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other software, including social media and social media reporting tools.
Ability to problem‑solve and resolve moderately complex conflict and problems through sound decision making.
Organize and prioritize work and needs.
Understand and follow instructions; interact with others productively, professionally; work with discretion, confidentiality, and integrity.
About Us Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings— giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries
Religious Institutions and Non‑profit Organizations
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