Senior Media Relations Specialist, Marketing, Media, & Communication (Local Resi
The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, United States, 77554
Job Summary
Reporting to the institutional Marketing, Communications, and Business Development Office, this role supports the university’s strategic priorities by developing and executing effective marketing plans, employing a broad range of communications and media relations skills, and evaluating and reporting on the success of the various marketing and communication techniques. This role plays a key part in advancing awareness of UTMB and its mission areas as well as driving clinical business to UTMB physicians, hospitals, and other health care services. The position will lead and collaborate with internal teams as well as university programs and department stakeholders. The position includes direct communication with target audiences, as well as activities that facilitate communication by the President and other university executives, as well as programs and departments.
Job Duties Note:
Specific job functions for an individual employee in this role may vary depending on the needs of departmental areas (e.g., Media Relations, Internal/Corporate Communications, Marketing, Digital Communications)
Develops comprehensive communication plans related to a variety of institutional priorities, initiatives, events, and issues affecting the university.
Partners with service line and clinical leaders to develop comprehensive marketing plans to support business development goals and growth initiatives within the service area.
Increases awareness of UTMB and its mission through strategic media pitches, news releases, newsletter articles, one-pagers, and other communications.
With the Director of Media Relations, serve as the official liaison to external news media for all UTMB activities; efforts include but are not limited to arranging interviews, responding to requests for information, and escorting media on UTMB property.
Designs, develops, and produces collateral material to support marketing initiatives.
Produces and distributes internal and external communications regarding emergencies and crises with potential to affect business operations and/or institutional reputation.
Develops talking points/scripts, messages, presentations, background sheets, and other communications support materials for the President and other UTMB leaders, as appropriate.
Reviews materials produced for executive leadership by others to ensure accuracy, proper tone/voice, and consistency with institutional style and message platforms.
Ensures alignment with other marketing and communication department strategies and tactics.
Translates complex scientific and medical information into engaging stories to support marketing efforts.
Develops and maintains strong source networks throughout the institution in order to proactively pursue relevant stories in a timely manner.
Writes for major institutional publications, as appropriate.
Performs photography and videography tasks, as appropriate.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of seven years' experience in public/media relations, marketing, journalism, or related field. Portfolio competencies are required.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong command of Associated Press (AP) style.
Background in health care public relations or media relations in a university or academic health system setting.
Strong experience in project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong interviewing and fact-finding skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
High level of sensitivity to confidential information
Independent planning and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to maintain productivity and professionalism when working under multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, high-change environment
Comfort with electronic media, including web content-management system and social media applications
Ability to work effectively and directly with people at all levels of the institution
Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement supporting tactics
Consumer-level photography and video skills
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office applications
Familiarity with design principles
Work Schedule Partial Remote, with the schedule to be determined by the department. Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, and as needed on occasion. It requires participating in an on-call schedule for the media relations team. Must reside within 25 miles of the UTMB Galveston Campus at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX
Salary Range Actual salary commensurate with experience
Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location & Job Details Primary Location: United States-Texas-Galveston
Work Locations: 0149 - Administration Bldg
Job: Media & Communications
Organization: UTMB Health
Regular
Shift: Standard
Employee Status: Non-Manager
Job Level: Day Shift
Job Posting: Jan 15, 2026, 1:58:40 PM
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Job Duties Note:
Specific job functions for an individual employee in this role may vary depending on the needs of departmental areas (e.g., Media Relations, Internal/Corporate Communications, Marketing, Digital Communications)
Develops comprehensive communication plans related to a variety of institutional priorities, initiatives, events, and issues affecting the university.
Partners with service line and clinical leaders to develop comprehensive marketing plans to support business development goals and growth initiatives within the service area.
Increases awareness of UTMB and its mission through strategic media pitches, news releases, newsletter articles, one-pagers, and other communications.
With the Director of Media Relations, serve as the official liaison to external news media for all UTMB activities; efforts include but are not limited to arranging interviews, responding to requests for information, and escorting media on UTMB property.
Designs, develops, and produces collateral material to support marketing initiatives.
Produces and distributes internal and external communications regarding emergencies and crises with potential to affect business operations and/or institutional reputation.
Develops talking points/scripts, messages, presentations, background sheets, and other communications support materials for the President and other UTMB leaders, as appropriate.
Reviews materials produced for executive leadership by others to ensure accuracy, proper tone/voice, and consistency with institutional style and message platforms.
Ensures alignment with other marketing and communication department strategies and tactics.
Translates complex scientific and medical information into engaging stories to support marketing efforts.
Develops and maintains strong source networks throughout the institution in order to proactively pursue relevant stories in a timely manner.
Writes for major institutional publications, as appropriate.
Performs photography and videography tasks, as appropriate.
Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of seven years' experience in public/media relations, marketing, journalism, or related field. Portfolio competencies are required.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong command of Associated Press (AP) style.
Background in health care public relations or media relations in a university or academic health system setting.
Strong experience in project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong interviewing and fact-finding skills
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
High level of sensitivity to confidential information
Independent planning and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to maintain productivity and professionalism when working under multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, high-change environment
Comfort with electronic media, including web content-management system and social media applications
Ability to work effectively and directly with people at all levels of the institution
Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement supporting tactics
Consumer-level photography and video skills
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office applications
Familiarity with design principles
Work Schedule Partial Remote, with the schedule to be determined by the department. Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, and as needed on occasion. It requires participating in an on-call schedule for the media relations team. Must reside within 25 miles of the UTMB Galveston Campus at 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX
Salary Range Actual salary commensurate with experience
Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location & Job Details Primary Location: United States-Texas-Galveston
Work Locations: 0149 - Administration Bldg
Job: Media & Communications
Organization: UTMB Health
Regular
Shift: Standard
Employee Status: Non-Manager
Job Level: Day Shift
Job Posting: Jan 15, 2026, 1:58:40 PM
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