Public Relations Specialist jobs in Alabama

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Public Relations Specialist (Copywriter/Editor)
  • Spring Hill College
  • Mobile, AL FULL_TIME
  • Position: Public Relations Specialist (Copywriter/Editor)
    Department: Marketing and Communications

    This position reports to the Director of Marketing and Communications. The successful candidate must be an
    exceptional copywriter and communicator with experience in various fields, including internal communications,
    marketing/advertising, and strategic communications. They should also be a compelling storyteller. Daily duties
    include writing and editing support for news and feature stories, internal employee communications, press releases,
    SHC website content, social media, newsletters, and speeches/talking points.

    Additionally, this role involves supporting the Director of Marketing and Communications in various assigned areas.
    These may include, but are not limited to, photography, content creation for social media, and marketing content
    development.

    As a member of the Marketing and Communications department, this position is expected to collaborate with the
    team to support the College. The ability to be a team player is a requirement for this position.

    Summary of Work for this Position
    Public Relations Specialist responsibilities are as follows:

    • Managing all internal and external communications and marketing for the college, from conception to
    execution and distribution
    • Assist with admission and advancement marketing materials and proposals, such as direct mail, email
    campaigns, brochures, donor proposals, etc.
    • Work with the Director of Marketing and Communications to maintain content calendars and coordinate with
    other departments to develop story coverage plans, including supporting visuals, interviews, and unique
    story angles.
    • Research, write, edit, and proofread content for college print and online publications, including Spring Hill
    Magazine (print and online), annual reports, special events collateral, internal and external electronic
    newsletters, print and online ads, and web copy.
    • Developing all communication, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and distribution through the appropriate
    channels, as well as adherence to college guidelines
    • Managing the promotion of college events and the creation and distribution of the college's e-newsletters as
    assigned by the Director of Marketing and Communications
    • Communicating with internal and external audiences by developing content that advances the college's
    goals as outlined by the strategic plans
    • Writing and editing news and feature stories for the college's print and online publications that highlight
    student and faculty research, events, and awards across the college's departments, divisions, and programs
    • Support public relations and media relations initiatives, such as writing press releases, media advisories,
    and supporting story materials for media, as well as story development and pitching.
    • Will work with the Social Media Coordinator on the college's social media strategy – creating and curating
    digital content
    • Capture photographs and visuals as needed to support content creation and marketing materials.
    • Writing content for departmental marketing and promotional materials, including booklets, brochures, rack
    cards, and banners
    • Collaborates with the Marcom creative team on design and photography for marketing collateral
    • Serving as the Marcom liaison when looking to develop news stories and media releases used to amplify

    programs and college messaging and ensure consistency and brand integrity

    • Pitches news ideas to the Director of Marketing and Communications as it relates to leveraging current
    media, national news, features, and profiles for attention and awareness
    • Serving as the primary content manager for the college's websites. Editing, creating, and updating content
    on the departments' program pages following university branding and website guidelines
    • Post to social media accounts as requested.
    • Support other writing and editing needs of the marketing office as requested.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    • Proofing and editing internal and external communications as requested.
    • Writing remarks, correspondence, and presentations for the President, Trustees, and Executive Committee

    Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

    Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to assignment or equivalent combination of training and experience. All
    degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

    Preferred education, professional skills, and experience

    • 3 years experience working under journalistic principles and practices, as well as standard English and
    grammar rules for writing and editing
    • Experience working in higher education, using effective communication and marketing materials to deliver
    the college's mission
    • Ability to think strategically about how best to communicate with internal and external audiences, including
    developing appropriate content that furthers the college's goals, analyzing and using existing communication
    tools, and determining the proper applications of web, print, video, social media and/or other communication
    tools that would best address specific promotional needs
    • Knowledge of and ability to apply college-style guidelines and AP style to publications
    • Ability to build positive relationships with members of the campus community and offer creative solutions to
    content challenges
    • Ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, be creative, operate effectively as a team member, and
    work under pressure with strict attention to detail
    • Ability to converse effectively and maintain contact with faculty, staff, the media, alumni, students, vendors,

    and government officials


    THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, ADD, OR REASSIGN JOB DUTIES OR COMBINE
    POSITIONS, OR PORTIONS THEREOF, AT ANY TIME. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT
    AGREEMENT OR CONTRACT. SPRING HILL IS AN EQUAL-OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

    The position is open until filled. To apply, please send your cover letter, writing samples, resume, and three
    professional references to Christopher Armstrong, Director of Marketing and Communications, Spring Hill College,
    4000 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 36608, or send it electronically to carmstrong@shc.edu. Off-list references may be
    checked.

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Conciliation Specialist
  • US Community Relations Service
  • Birmingham, AL FULL_TIME
  • Duties This job allows telework in accordance with agency policy. The selected applicant will report to their assigned CRS worksite when not teleworking, attending local meetings/events, or on travel....
  • 3 Days Ago

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Specialist -- Public Relations (Corporate Social Responsibility)
  • Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • Coordinate and support corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities, events, and initiatives in an automotive manufacturing environment. Essential Functions: Conduct external research to find impa...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Public Relations Intern
  • Port of Huntsville
  • Huntsville, AL INTERN
  • The Huntsville-Madison County Airport Authority is accepting applications for Public Relations Intern. The PR Intern is responsible for assisting in the external and internal marketing and public rela...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Director of Marketing and Public Relations
  • Alabama A&M University
  • Normal, AL FULL_TIME
  • Location: Normal, AL Category: Other Professional Posted On: Fri Apr 21 2023 Job Description: Summary: The Director of Marketing and Public Relations is responsible for overseeing the development and ...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Summer Internship - Public Relations
  • City of Alabaster
  • Alabaster, AL TEMPORARY
  • City of AlabasterMAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE!Summer Internship: Public Relations Hourly Rate: $13.11 per hour ​This position will perform a variety of tasks related to preparing mark...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Elevation Talent Group
  • At Elevation Talent Group, we aim for excellence and we put people and their experiences first. Our client, a premier fo...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • R Public Relations Firm
  • Nashville, TN
  • Job description R Dream Publicist in Nashville -- location specific, required for on site work, MUST currently live in n...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Access Dubuque
  • Dubuque, IA
  • Public Relations Specialist **University of Wisconsin-Platteville** 1 Positions ID: 498646 Posted On 02/02/2024 **Job Ov...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Marketing and Public Relations Specialist
  • FI Group
  • New York, NY
  • The largest innovation consultancy is seeking a Marketing and Public Relations Specialist to join their team in USA, ( P...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications
  • Washington, DC
  • RH Strategic is seeking a public relations specialist to join its team in either Washington, D.C. or Seattle. The PR Spe...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • The Cirlot Agency
  • Jackson, MS
  • Public Relations Specialist Full-time Applicant must be able to work on-site in Jackson, Mississippi - NO EXCEPTIONS The...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist (Contractor)
  • Corps Team
  • Medina, MN
  • Our client, a leader in the power sports industry, is seeking an experienced Public Relations Contractor for a 5+ month ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Alliance Marketing Partners
  • Alliance Marketing Partners, LLC (AMP) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Public Relations Specialist to join o...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Alabama (/ˌæləˈbæmə/) is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. It is bordered by Tennessee to the north, Georgia to the east, Florida and the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and Mississippi to the west. Alabama is the 30th largest by area and the 24th-most populous of the U.S. states. With a total of 1,500 miles (2,400 km) of inland waterways, Alabama has among the most of any state. Alabama is nicknamed the Yellowhammer State, after the state bird. Alabama is also known as the "Heart of Dixie" and the "Cotton State". The state tree is the longleaf pine, and the state flower is...
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Income Estimation for Public Relations Specialist jobs
$51,059 to $68,141

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