Global Media Relations Director

The Business of HLTH Podcast

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 99,000 - 144,000

Full time

33 hours ago

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Job summary

Northeastern University seeks a Director of Global Media Relations to lead the strategy and execution of worldwide press engagement. This role manages a team and drives high-profile placements across domestic and international media, aligning with university priorities and crisis communications readiness.

The ideal candidate has deep media relations experience, strong storytelling, and a track record of leveraging AI-powered tools and analytics to surface opportunities and measure impact.

Qualifications

Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in working with the press across top-tier publications.
Experience leading fast-paced, strategic communications operations.
Proven ability to manage people and complex stories with strong messaging.
Familiarity with AI-powered monitoring, analytics, and content tools.

Responsibilities

Oversee strategy and execution of global media relations across markets.
Lead a team of media relations professionals and coordinate across divisions.
Engage reporters, develop high-profile earned placements, and manage crises.
Promote Northeastern's brand and messaging priorities with data-informed approaches.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis communication

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Tools

AI-powered media monitoring

Data analytics tools

Job description

The ideal candidate has deep media relations experience, strong storytelling, and a track record of leveraging AI-powered tools and analytics to surface opportunities and measure impact.

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