Media Relations Manager jobs in Massachusetts

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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Media Relations Manager-BIDMC AMC
  • Beth Israel Lahey Health - Non Executive
  • Charlestown, MA FULL_TIME
  • When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

    Job Type:

    Regular

    Scheduled Hours:

    40

    Work Shift:

    Day (United States of America)

    The Media Relations Manager plays in integral role in building and advancing BILH's reputation as an organization committed to the communities it serves, as well as leadership in clinical care, research and education. Through effective engagement with the news media, the Media Relations Manager is responsible for developing strategies to engage the media proactively, as well as responding to inquiries from the press. This individual will be responsible for media relations for Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, BILH Research & Education and Joslin Diabetes Center.

    Represents assigned hospitals and/or business units and serves as the primary point of contact for the news media on behalf of these entities. Builds positive relationships with hospital and/or business leaders, clinicians and staff in order to informed about and engaged in local initiatives, innovations and discoveries that may be of interest to the press.

    Ensures assigned hospital and/or clinical unit media relations efforts are closely aligned with media relations efforts across the system, as well as local and system-level internal communications, marketing, web and social media activities. He/she/they must also be comfortable educating and engaging with senior leaders, physicians and employees across the organization on issues related to media relations policies and strategies.

    Job Description:

    Essential Responsibilities:

    1. Developing and implementing proactive media relations strategies designed to further strengthen the reputation of assigned hospitals and/or clinical units.

    2. Collaborating with assigned hospital and/or clinical unit leadership and others to identify opportunities for media engagement. Aligning and prioritizing media relations strategy and tactics in the context of the mission and business strategy of the system and assigned hospitals and/or clinical units.

    3. Continuously evaluating effectiveness of those media relations strategies and adapt accordingly.

    4. Developing and maintaining relationships with local, regional and national media outlets. Proactively pitching stories to favorably position assigned hospitals and/or clinical units, and establish BILH organizations as a go-to resource for expert commentary.

    5. Writing press releases, media advisories, opinion pieces and letters to the editor on behalf of assigned hospitals and/or clinical units.

    6. In close collaboration and alignment with the Director of Media Relations and others, managing crises or adverse events to minimize any negative reputational impact on assigned hospitals and/or clinical units.

    7. Contributing in a positive and collaborative manner to a client-centric operating model that provides proactive and responsive service and support to hospital and/or business unit leaders.

    8. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Marketing & Communications to ensure alignment and consistency across internal and external channels. Staying up-to-date on national trends and best practices in media relations and health care communications, as well as competitive news and trends.

    9. Participates in Communications team on-call program.

    10. Has the authority to direct and support employees daily work activities. Has authority to undertake or recommend the following employment actions: hiring, termination, corrective action and performance reviews. Direct Reports: None Indirect Reports: None

     

    Required Qualifications:

    11. Bachelor's degree required.

    12. 5-8 years related work experience required in Media Relations and 0-1 years supervisory/management experience required

    13. Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    14. Healthcare Experience.

    FLSA Status:

    Exempt

    As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement.

    More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

    Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Social Media Manager
  • Gupta Media
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Gupta Media is looking for an experienced and passionate storyteller to help our clients amplify their brands. As a Social Media Manager, they will be responsible for supporting clients' organic socia...
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Events & Media Relations Manager (Hybrid Potential)
  • UMass Amherst
  • Amherst, MA FULL_TIME
  • About UMass Amherst UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The ...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Media Relations and Content Specialist
  • Benchmark Strategies
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Benchmark StrategiesMedia Relations and Content Specialist (2 - 4 years of experience)Interested in working for a fast-paced, growing public affairs consulting firm? We are building a communications t...
  • 5 Days Ago

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Media Relations Coordinator
  • Boston Childrens Hospital
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary The Media Relations Coordinator works with the Media Relations Manager to support and implement a proactive storytelling and communications plan that promotes Boston Children's Hospital's ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Media Relations Specialist
  • Walker Sands
  • Boston, MA FULL_TIME
  • We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. As an equal opportunity employer...
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Manager, Public Relations & Communications - Champagne & Sparkling
  • LVMH
  • New York, NY
  • Poste Mot Hennessy, the Wines and Spirits Division of LVMH, regroups twenty-five Maisons, many of which have been around...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Media Relations Manager
  • Strauss Media Strategies, Inc.
  • Washington, DC
  • Strauss Media Strategies is looking for a media relations professional to join growing team of experts. The individual w...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Manager (Remote Considered)
  • onX
  • Missoula, MT
  • ABOUT onX As a pioneer in digital outdoor navigation with a suite of apps, onX was founded in Montana, which in turn has...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations and Communications Assistant - Entry Level
  • The MGN Foundation
  • Richmond, VA
  • Job Description As an Entry-Level Public Relations and Communications Assistant, you will play a vital role in supportin...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director
  • Madison County Tourism
  • Canastota, NY
  • Executive Director MADISON COUNTY TOURISM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Executive Director (ED) serves as the chief administrat...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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External Communications Associate
  • Selby Jennings
  • New York, NY
  • External Communications Associate We are partnered with a leading multi strategy hedge fund looking for an External Comm...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sr. Manager, Media Relations
  • Red Bull
  • Miami, FL
  • The Hispanic Media Relations Senior Manager is responsible for the editorial communication of national and globally rele...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Field Timing Coordinator - Sugar Land Space Cowboys
  • AEG
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "apply now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Massachusetts is the 7th-smallest state in the United States. It is located in the New England region of the northeastern United States and has an area of 10,555 square miles (27,340 km2), 25.7% of which is water. Several large bays distinctly shape its coast. Boston is the largest city, at the inmost point of Massachusetts Bay, and the mouth of the Charles River. Despite its small size, Massachusetts features numerous topographically distinctive regions. The large coastal plain of the Atlantic Ocean in the eastern section of the state contains Greater Boston, along with most of the state's po...
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Income Estimation for Media Relations Manager jobs
$101,746 to $154,743

Media Relations Manager in Santa Rosa, CA
- Post Graduate preferably professionally qualified with 10-15 years of experience as an Editor or journalist- Plan and execute PR campaigns for all major developments in the Bank.- Maintain close relations with all business lines to scout and research story ideas, and ensure that the Bank's key messages reach the intended internal and external audience.
January 23, 2020
Media Relations Manager in Kansas City, MO
Reporting to the Director of Media Relations, the Manager works with faculty and staff members from across the University and proactively pitches international, national, local and trade media.
February 17, 2020
Media Relations Manager in Evansville, IN
Provide strategic media relations plans direct management and outreach approximately 1-2 staff members.
November 29, 2019