Media Relations Writer & Editor

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental

Tuition subsidy for employees and家

Holidays and generous leave

Job summary

Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music seeks a skilled writer/editor to be the primary media contact and to craft compelling messaging about performances, faculty, and initiatives. You will develop story ideas, manage press materials, and coordinate interviews while maintaining a high standard of editorial quality.

The role requires strong writing, editing, and project management skills, with experience in AP style and a passion for the arts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations, or related field.
• 2 years in relevant field.
• 3 years of experience in communications, public relations, journalism, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Serves as primary point of contact for local, regional, and national media outlets covering the school's performances, faculty, students, educational mission, and initiatives.
• Pitches compelling story ideas and cultivates relationships with journalists, editors, and producers across print, broadcast, and digital platforms.
• Drafts and distributes press releases, advisories, and talking points; coordinates interviews and media access for events.
• Monitors media coverage and maintains a press contact database; tracks coverage trends and reports on outcomes.
• Acts as the primary copy editor for the communications team reviewing content across web, print, and email before publication.
• Writes and edits feature stories, profiles, event announcements, and institutional statements.
• Upholds and evolves the school's editorial style guide, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to develop narratives reflecting the school's mission and culture.
• Writes and edits clear, informative content for various communications needs; tailors copyediting to project needs.
• Corrects grammar and syntax, ensuring alignment with brand and accessibility guidelines.
• Reviews peer writing for grammar, tone, and depth; checks against publication requirements.
• Identifies audience needs and analyzes content usage to publish internal and external communications.
• Drafts sample communications for manager review at deadlines.
• May provide guidance to other Writing/Editing Specialists.
• Education beyond minimum may be substituted for work experience.

Skills

Proficient writing

Editing & proofreading

AP Style

Time management

Attention to detail

Media relations

Communications strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, public relations, or related field

Job description

Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music seeks a skilled writer/editor to be the primary media contact and to craft compelling messaging about performances, faculty, and initiatives. You will develop story ideas, manage press materials, and coordinate interviews while maintaining a high standard of editorial quality.

The role requires strong writing, editing, and project management skills, with experience in AP style and a passion for the arts.