Strategic Media Relations Manager (Higher Education)

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); 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 to develop and execute media strategies that raise the school's profile. You will identify compelling stories related to faculty research, programs and leadership, and build strong media relationships to increase earned media visibility.

This 40-hour week, full-time temporary role in North Carolina offers a starting pay of $40.00 per hour and a 6-month (or longer) appointment with potential extensions based on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment or equivalent experience.
• Coursework in journalism, communications, public relations or related field.
• Professional experience in media relations, strategic communications, public relations, journalism or related field.
• Experience in business journalism, higher 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute media relations strategies to enhance the school's reputation.
• Identify and promote stories related to faculty research, programs and alumni impact.
• Engage journalists and coordinate integrated communications plans.
• Build strong relationships within the UNC Kenan-Flagler community.

Skills

Coursework in journalism

Public relations experience

Media relations experience

Business journalism familiarity

Storytelling in leadership/economics

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Media Relations Manager to develop and execute media strategies that raise the school's profile. You will identify compelling stories related to faculty research, programs and leadership, and build strong media relationships to increase earned media visibility.

This 40-hour week, full-time temporary role in North Carolina offers a starting pay of $40.00 per hour and a 6-month (or longer) appointment with potential extensions based on