Media/Public Relations Executive
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
By: HR Manager

Assist in increasing visibility throughout organization's markets; help enhance the positive image of the organization in the communities it serves; proactively establish relationships with key print and electronic media sources, including local, regional and national media as appropriate; and strengthen mission through developing and implementing strategic public relations plans.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Combine your degree and media communications experience with the following skills and abilities:
• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 8+ years experience in public affairs and extensive experience in media relations
• Online media experience required
• Previous experience in the education and/or non-profit industry preferred
• Effectively communicate information and ideas in written and verbal format, and build and maintain relationships internally and externally
• Develop and implement strategic media relations and public affairs campaigns plans locally and nationally
• Team player, with the confidence and diplomacy to take the lead and guide other departments and/or individuals when necessary
• Proven ability to generate earned media (specific examples required)
• Proven ability to establish good working relationships with reporters and editors
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to creatively approach challenges and projects and to work both independently and in teams effectively for the best possible outcome
• Strategic yet creative thinker, self-starter, cool under pressure and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to meet deadlines

Employment: Full-Time
Pay: Commensurate with level of experience
Start Date: ASAP
Benefits: Standard
Manages Others: No
Report To: Chief Marketing Officer
Location: New York or Washington, D.C.

TO APPLY:

Send inquiries hreducationsearch@gmail.com to the attention of the HR manager.