- Contribute to shaping the institutional messaging and strategic direction of the NYU School of Law
- Craft the Law School’s communication strategy and oversee its implementation
- Advance operational excellence across the organization
- Oversee the development and operationalization of media outreach, response, and social media strategy
- Promote the Law School’s scholarship, students, clinics, and programs
- Identify and reach key stakeholders and audiences within the NYU Law community and beyond
- Generate high-level editorial content
- Manage communications related to public events
- Report to the Chief Communications Officer and Assistant Dean for Communications
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7+ years relevant professional experience in communications, public relations, and/or marketing
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to translate complex issues and topics into readable, compelling content
- Solid, demonstrable communications track record, including effectively identifying and reaching target audiences
- Proven expertise in crisis management, including communications planning and messaging
- Proven story-telling ability across multiple platforms
- Familiarity with digital marketing and communications trends, including AI and large language models
- Sophisticated interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Demonstrated skill in strategic planning, agenda setting, and aligning resources with priorities
- Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, public relations database, and media measurement platforms
- Preferred: Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Masters in Journalism or Digital Media
- Preferred: Supervisory experience
- Preferred: Understanding of SEO
- All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels
Core Competencies
Demonstrates expertise in crafting and implementing communication strategies, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and media outreach. Proven ability to produce compelling content and manage crisis communications effectively.
Highest-signal resume keywords
- 7+ Years Experience In Communications
- Crisis Management Expertise
- Strategic Planning Skills
- Adobe Creative Cloud Proficiency
- Story-telling Ability
ATS Optimization Keywords
Hard Skills
- Communication Strategy Development
- Media Outreach
- Content Creation
- Digital Marketing Familiarity
- SEO Understanding
Soft Skills
- Excellent Written And Verbal Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Relationship Management
Certifications & Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
- Masters In Journalism Or Digital Media
Industry Keywords
- Public Relations
- Marketing
- Crisis Communications
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Operational Excellence
Tools & Technologies
- Public Relations Database
- Media Measurement Platforms