Media Relations

Media Relations Specialist The Media Relations Specialist serves as the primary liaison between the university and news media. This role is responsible for producing and distributing press releases and media advisories, cultivating media contacts, and helping to produce effective communications for Langston University students, faculty, staff, alumni, partners and community stakeholders. This role supports strategic communications goals, fosters a positive public perception, and plays an integral role in crisis communication.
The Media Relations Specialist may also assist in the development and production of online news stories, videos, podcasts, digital magazines and social media content.
The Media Relations Specialist is a member of the Office of Public Relations and serves university departments across four locations in the state of Oklahoma. The Media Relations Specialist reports to the Assistant Director of Public Relations.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing or related field. (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Three years of experience in journalism, broadcasting, communications, or public relations.
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Media Strategy and Planning
Media Engagement
Message Management
Media Training
Relationship Building
Content Creation and Collaboration
Reporting
AP Style
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or Marketing
Five years of experience in broadcasting, journalism, communications or public relations
Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:
Adobe Creative Suite
Meltwater
Crisis Communication
Creating content for digital and print
Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively across campus departments
Applicants must have a proven track record in media relations, public relations, or strategic communications; experience in higher education is advantageous.