Florida International University
Senior Media Relations Specialist
Florida International University, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Senior Director of Media Relations at Florida International University
Job Summary
The Sr. Media Relations Specialist works with unit account managers to coordinate, edit and approve press releases and develop placement strategies in accordance with the university's mission and goals. Works with videographers, photographers, and others to augment the visual impact of a story. Responsibilities
Writes press releases, including cross unit news and stories of strategic significance for the university. Edits others content. Works with account managers and other colleagues on media placement strategies in accordance with division and university goals. Develops and maintains relationships with members of the news media, with an emphasis on specialty national media as part of the effort to disseminate FIU research news to a national audience. Supervises members of the Media Relations team, including interns, in the development and drafting of press releases and other content. Maintains frequent contact with academic and administrative offices throughout the university. Displays flexibility and sensitivity to establish and maintain necessary rapport with all levels of personnel and external constituencies. Handles confidential matters concerning the assigned unit, the untimely disclosure of which would be detrimental. Participates and contributes to the content and strategy of the university's emergency communication plan and may be expected to report to work after hours or when the university is closed. Works with the Marketing and News and Communications team on production of multimedia content. Leads the Media Relations team social media strategy, with the guidance of the Sr. Director for Media Relations, and coordinates messaging with digital and social media managers. Leads in the drafting of social media content related to research, including Conversation pieces. Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator. Works with local, national, and international media relations outlets. Desired Qualifications
Position requires strong writing skills, attention to detail, the ability to work well under deadline pressure and knowledge of AP style. Previous experience working in media relations or communications for a large university, healthcare system, or similarly complex organization. Demonstrated experience working directly with videographers, photographers, and creative teams to augment the visual and multimedia impact of a story. Spanish language skills (writing and editing). Experience working well under pressure and managing multiple competing deadlines effectively. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field. Job Category
Administrative Advertised Salary
$60,000 - $70,000 Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check Other Information
Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University. For further information or to apply online
Visit our website at careers.fiu.edu and reference job opening ID # 536349 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries: Higher Education
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Job Summary
The Sr. Media Relations Specialist works with unit account managers to coordinate, edit and approve press releases and develop placement strategies in accordance with the university's mission and goals. Works with videographers, photographers, and others to augment the visual impact of a story. Responsibilities
Writes press releases, including cross unit news and stories of strategic significance for the university. Edits others content. Works with account managers and other colleagues on media placement strategies in accordance with division and university goals. Develops and maintains relationships with members of the news media, with an emphasis on specialty national media as part of the effort to disseminate FIU research news to a national audience. Supervises members of the Media Relations team, including interns, in the development and drafting of press releases and other content. Maintains frequent contact with academic and administrative offices throughout the university. Displays flexibility and sensitivity to establish and maintain necessary rapport with all levels of personnel and external constituencies. Handles confidential matters concerning the assigned unit, the untimely disclosure of which would be detrimental. Participates and contributes to the content and strategy of the university's emergency communication plan and may be expected to report to work after hours or when the university is closed. Works with the Marketing and News and Communications team on production of multimedia content. Leads the Media Relations team social media strategy, with the guidance of the Sr. Director for Media Relations, and coordinates messaging with digital and social media managers. Leads in the drafting of social media content related to research, including Conversation pieces. Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, public health emergencies, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator. Works with local, national, and international media relations outlets. Desired Qualifications
Position requires strong writing skills, attention to detail, the ability to work well under deadline pressure and knowledge of AP style. Previous experience working in media relations or communications for a large university, healthcare system, or similarly complex organization. Demonstrated experience working directly with videographers, photographers, and creative teams to augment the visual and multimedia impact of a story. Spanish language skills (writing and editing). Experience working well under pressure and managing multiple competing deadlines effectively. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field. Job Category
Administrative Advertised Salary
$60,000 - $70,000 Work Schedule
Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM Pre-Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check Other Information
Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University. For further information or to apply online
Visit our website at careers.fiu.edu and reference job opening ID # 536349 Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing Industries: Higher Education
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