Media Relations Manager jobs in South Bend, IN

The University of Notre Dame (ND.jobs) is accepting applications for a Assistant Director, Media Relations.

Applications will be accepted until 10/7/2022.

Reporting to the director of media relations, the assistant director of media relations is responsible for proactively identifying and writing strategic news and feature stories for Notre Dame news channels (News.nd.edu, ND.edu) and creating media pitches and press advisories for national, regional, international, local and campus media outlets which highlight the University's research, scholarship, creativity, Catholicism and service to society and the local community.

This position will work with faculty, administrators, staff and students to promote the work of the Keough School of Global Affairs, Notre Dame International, the social sciences within the College of Arts and Letters and general University news and events. This position consults with campus communications professionals on news and media relations issues, and is responsible for coordinating news coverage. The assistant director will also create strategic communications plans to pitch and place stories that communicate the University's excellence, and will serve on the University's crisis communications team. This position will require limited amounts of travel, potentially internationally, along with occasional evening and weekend work.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or associated fields

5 to 6 years experience

• Excellent writer and storyteller with experience working in media relations/public relations/communications department and a proven track record of proactive story placement.
• Must possess strong editorial judgment, persuasive communication skills and the ability to develop and maintain solid relationships with faculty, journalists and University colleagues.
• Must be able to manage and complete multiple assignments at one time and proactively seek good stories.
• Must be proficient in social media with basic Web skills. Familiarity with Notre Dame and/or experience in a higher education setting is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it!

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

Equal Opportunity Employment StatementThe University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # S23293. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.
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