Media Relations Lead — Higher Ed Storytelling & Outreach

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Media Relations Manager for the Kenan-Flagler Business School. This temporary, 40-hour-per-week role will lead media relations, identify compelling stories from faculty and programs, and coordinate journalist outreach to elevate the school's reputation.

The position focuses on proactive media strategy, story development, and building strong relationships within UNC and external media.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Coursework in journalism, communications, public relations or a closely related field
• Professional experience in media relations, strategic communications, public relations, journalism or a related field
• Experience in business journalism, higher education, business education, nonprofit, agency or corporate communications
• Experience drafting press releases, media pitches, executive messages or related communications materials
• Familiarity with business, management, leadership, economics or research-based storytelling

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Media Relations Manager for the Kenan-Flagler Business School. This temporary, 40-hour-per-week role will lead media relations, identify compelling stories from faculty and programs, and coordinate journalist outreach to elevate the school's reputation.

The position focuses on proactive media strategy, story development, and building strong relationships within UNC and external media.