Senior Project Manager, Community & Media Relations

nycedc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings programs

Job summary

New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is seeking a Senior Project Manager, Community & Media Relations to craft and execute media strategies that engage community and broader media outlets. You will lead outreach, support media relations and crisis communications, and collaborate across NYCEDC and City government to translate complex initiatives into clear messaging.

The role focuses on earned, owned, and digital channels, building external relationships to expand reach and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• At least five years in communications, public affairs, or related field.
• Experience leading complex initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to translate goals into actionable work plans.
• Proficiency with Office apps and digital media tools.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with community and media outlets.
• Lead targeted media outreach and press activities.
• Develop press materials and executive communications.
• Coordinate with City Hall and internal teams on messaging.
• Monitor media coverage and crisis communications support.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Media relations

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Digital communications tools

Job description

Our Vision : To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission : Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Public Affairs department advances NYCEDC's mission by communicating the organization's projects, programs, and initiatives to the public and key stakeholders. The Senior Project Manager, Community & Media Relations develops and executes media strategies that strengthen NYCEDC's engagement with community and broader media outlets. The position leads targeted outreach, supports broader media relations and crisis communications efforts, and works across NYCEDC and City government to communicate complex initiatives clearly and effectively across earned, owned and digital media channels. This role also builds external relationships that expand the reach of NYCEDC's communications and help protect the organization's reputation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build and maintain relationships with community, traditional, new media and other relevant media outlets to support accurate and effective coverage of NYCEDC projects and initiatives.
• Integrate community and emerging platforms and digital media engagement into major announcements, communications plans, and proactive media strategies to expand reach and advance organizational objectives.
• Plan and lead targeted media outreach, including briefings, site tours, interviews, speaking opportunities, and the placement of culturally relevant content.
• Develop press releases, executive remarks, media briefs, talking points, summaries, press pitches digital communications, executive communications and other presentation materials that translate complex information into clear and accessible messaging.
• Partner with internal departments to develop coordinated communications strategies and maintain consistent messaging across projects and initiatives.
• Coordinate with City Hall communications teams, City agencies, external partners, and other stakeholders on shared communications priorities.
• Support press events, time-sensitive media responses, and crisis communications activities in collaboration with Public Affairs leadership and team members.
• Monitor media coverage and engagement to assess the effectiveness of outreach strategies and identify opportunities to strengthen NYCEDC's communications and reputation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and professional experience.
• At least five years of relevant experience in communications, public affairs, media relations, journalism, government communications, political campaigns, public relations, or a related field.
• Experience leading complex communications initiatives involving multiple stakeholder groups and executing proactive media relations strategies.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
• Track record of building partnerships, fostering alignment, and managing expectations with reporters, media outlets, community stakeholders, government partners, and internal teams.
• Proven ability to translate goals into actionable work plans, manage cross-functional priorities, and drive execution.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and digital communications or multimedia tools; experience with media measurement, social media, video creation, or design platforms is preferred.
• NYC residency is required within 180 days of hire.

Salary Range $84,000 - $86,000 USD

About Us :

New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy .

N YCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance .

We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

• Generous employer subsidized health insurance
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Vision and hearing benefits
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Short term and long-term disability coverage
• 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Up to 25 vacation days
• Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
• Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
• Retirement savings programs
• Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
• 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
• Tuition Reimbursement program