Media Relations Manager jobs in Danbury, CT

Media Relations Manager develops and implements policies and procedures for the relations between the media and the organization. Works to expand understanding of the organization's business, performance, and strategy. Being a Media Relations Manager prepares summaries of media activity for senior management. May serve as the company's spokesperson. Additionally, Media Relations Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Media Relations Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Media Relations Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Associate Director, Media Relations
  • Sandy Hook Promise
  • Newtown, CT FULL_TIME
  • Associate Director, Media Relations

    About Sandy Hook Promise  
    Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) is a national nonprofit organization with a mission to end school shootings,  
    and create a culture change that prevents violence and other harmful acts that hurt children. Through its life-saving evidence-informed Know the Signs prevention programs, SHP educates and empowers youth and adults to recognize, intervene, and get help for individuals who may be socially isolated and/or at risk of hurting themselves or others. SHP is a moderate, bipartisan organization that supports sensible policy solutions that address the human side of gun violence and make schools safer.  
     
    SHP is led by several family members whose loved ones were killed in the tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012.   
     
    Commitment to Racial Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion  
    SHP strives to ensure its culture and work environment reflect the values of race, diversity, equity, and inclusion (REDI) and is responsive to the views and issues of the diverse communities with which we live and work. SHP encourages individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to equity and inclusion to apply.   

    Position Summary
    SHP is seeking a full-time communications manager to help garner media, develop and strengthen community partnerships, and operationalize the tracking of earned media and research. The person in this role will be an ambassador for the organization on a local and regional level, interacting with local media to advocate for program, campaign, and event coverage, as well as supporting partners in cross-promotional opportunities.

    The role reports to the Associate Vice President of Communications and works closely with the Marketing and Policy departments, interacting regularly with the Digital, Policy, Development, and Program teams.

    The ideal candidate must have exceptional communications skills including writing, speaking, and active listening and proven ability to collaborate, understand and incorporate feedback, and manage relationships to deliver measurable results. As a participant in the rapid response team, this work requires quick turnaround on written materials while managing multiple on-going projects. Therefore, strong attention to detail and project management skills are paramount.


    Job Responsibilities
    • Co-create and implement local/regional media and partner relations strategy based on organizational goals and department objectives.
    • Write and edit opinion editorials, press releases, letters to the editor, fact sheets, media kits, speeches, and more to promote SHP and encourage action, adhering to specific editorial style guidelines and strategic, audience-centric messaging.
    • Lead media advocacy strategies to strengthen engagement with local media and influence local and regional news coverage.
    • Execute local strategy for rapid response moments and reactive moments and promotional campaigns.
    •  Develop and produce monthly reports to evaluate ROI and refine SHP’s communication strategies based on time/effort tracking, coverage, reach/impressions, and audience engagement/conversion.
    • Maintain media coverage archives, highlights, and contact database.
    • Conduct trainings and preparation for local/regional work with staff, volunteers, and youth.
    • Work and collaborate with teammates from across the organization as necessary.
    •  Other duties as identified given organizational needs.
    •  Have a basic understanding of data literacy and willingness to use and refer to data.

    Qualifications
    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline is required.
    • 7 years of experience in a role focused primarily on media relations, PR, or related journalistic experience or background in working for an agency. Work with educational, advocacy, or nonprofit organizations is a plus.
    • Demonstrated writing, editing, and proofreading skills required. Familiarity with AP Style Guidelines.
    • Proven ability to earn media required. Opinion editorial placements are a plus.
    • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders and deliver on shared goals -- on time and on budget.
    • Ability to work independently and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines and deliverables.
    • Embraces and values diversity of all kinds, does not shy away from it, is open to conversations about racism and equity, and is comfortable working cross-culturally and cross-community.
    • Proficient at using Microsoft Office; familiarity with Cision is a bonus.
    • A commitment to SHP’s mission and values.
    • Performs other duties as defined and works with other teams as needed.

    Instructions to Apply
    • Cover letter and resume as one document required
    • Send 2-3 writing examples

     
    Benefits and Salary Range 
    The salary range for this position is $80,000-$90,000. ( 
    SHP offers a competitive benefits package, including: 
    • Unlimited PTO 
    • Paid holidays and 10 days sick leave 
    • Paid parental leave 
    • Health, dental, and vision 
    • Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability 
    • 401k match 
    • Employer Paid Employee Assistance Program. 
     
    Our organization operates within a distributed workforce, allowing for location flexibility across the country for most positions. We provide remote office support for all staff, which includes a laptop, home office reimbursement, monthly wifi reimbursement up to $40, and monthly cell phone reimbursement up to $50.   

    Equal Opportunity Employment 
    SHP is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to be an employer of choice: where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and do their best work. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are focused on promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion and believe deeply in having a workforce comprised of people of all beliefs and backgrounds who seek to prevent gun violence and stop the tragic loss of life. Members of all under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.   
      
     

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Growth Marketing Manager
  • Active Interest Media
  • Newtown, CT FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a talented and results-driven Growth Marketing Manager with 3 years of multichannel experience to join our team. As the Growth Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for developing ...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Employee Relations Manager
  • JobsRus.com Formerly CorTech
  • Ridgefield, CT FULL_TIME
  • JobsRUs.com is seeking to hire a Employee Relations Manager for our client in Ridgefield, CT! Pay rate: 58.00Job Description: Basic Purpose: Work in collaboration with HR Business Partners, Legal Coun...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Danbury, CT-Garage-Visual Assistant Manager
  • Danbury, CT-Visual Assistant Manager
  • Danbury, CT FULL_TIME
  • Seize the opportunity to join a global fashion retailer with two brands at the heart of its success, Garage and Dynamite, selected as one of Montreal's Top Employers 2020 and as one of Canada’s Top em...
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Media coordinator
  • Mediassociates
  • Newtown, CT FULL_TIME
  • Position : Account Planning Coordinator Company : Mediassociates, 75 Glen Road, Sandy Hook, CT 06482 Mediassociates is a leading independent media planning, buying and analytics agency located in Fair...
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  • Wright Media
  • Redding, CT FULL_TIME
  • PORT OWNER OPERATORNORTH BERGEN, NEW JERSEYJOB SUMMARYNational Retail Transportation, Inc. is a privately held 4th generation family owned company headquartered in North Bergen, New Jersey since 1952....
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Sr. Manager, Brand PR
  • BlueTriton Brands
  • Stamford, CT
  • Here at BlueTriton, we are the name behind your favorite bottled water brands and home-delivery service – we are all abo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PR & Communications Intern
  • PROMOTION IN MOTION INC
  • Park Ridge, NJ
  • Job Details Job Location Park Ridge - Park Ridge, NJ Description Are you a student that loves candy and snacks? Are you ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Manager, Digital Media
  • Alchemee (formerly The Proactiv Company)
  • Hawthorne, NY
  • At Alchemee, we aspire to inspire by creating science-based solutions that are as effective as they are transformative. ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Manager of Brand PR
  • BlueTriton
  • Stamford, CT
  • BlueTriton is a leading provider of spring and purified water products - the name behind your favorite bottled water bra...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Faculty, Communication Graduate Program
  • Marist College
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • Part-Time Faculty, Communication Graduate Program Apply now Posting Number: 493536 Type of Position: Part-time Location:...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Videographer (Part-Time)
  • GAT Sport
  • Monroe, CT
  • Job Description Job Description We are looking for an experienced Part-Time Videographer to shoot video content of our a...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Communications Manager
  • Westchester County
  • White Plains, NY
  • The Communications Department at Westchester County Government is a dynamic and innovative work environment with a commi...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paid Media (Amazon) Associate
  • Gorilla Commerce
  • Westport, CT
  • About Gorilla Commerce At Gorilla Commerce, we’re committed to bringing you durable, high-quality products at reasonable...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Danbury is a city in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States, located approximately 50 miles (80 km) northeast of New York City making it part of the New York metropolitan area. Danbury's population at the 2010 census was 80,893. Danbury is the fourth most populous city in Fairfield County, and seventh among Connecticut cities. The city is within the New York combined statistical area and Bridgeport metropolitan area. The city is named for Danbury in Essex, England. It is nicknamed the "Hat City" because for a period in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries it was the center of the...
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Income Estimation for Media Relations Manager jobs
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