Communications and Media Relations Coordinator AS7074

About the role

The Communications and Media Relations Coordinator supports the execution of Oklahoma State University’s earned media and strategic communications efforts through media relations coordination, media monitoring, writing, editing and content development.

This role is responsible for monitoring news coverage and emerging issues, assisting with media pitching, media distribution and outreach, writing and editing news releases and occasional feature stories, coordinating content development to support the execution of OSU’s brand strategy and institutional priorities. The position also assists with crisis communications, leadership messaging and reputation management.

Responsibilities

• Supporting earned media strategy execution through media monitoring, media distribution, research, pitching and outreach.
• Supporting communications planning tied to the university’s strategic priorities.
• Monitoring media coverage, tracking trends and identifying opportunities to elevate university expertise and achievements.
• Writing and editing news releases, feature stories, talking points, leadership messaging, web content and other strategic communications materials in AP style.
• Coinciding inter-departmental content development and execution.
• Assisting with crisis communications, reputation management and rapid-response messaging efforts as needed.
• Completing special projects and contributing communications expertise to university-wide initiatives as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, communications, PR, public affairs, political science, marketing, creative writing or related.
• Three years of related professional experience in media relations, journalism, public relations, strategic communications or content development.
• Demonstrated experience writing, editing and coordinating compelling communications on behalf of an organization, media outlet or publication.

Qualifications

• Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

• Must demonstrate strong writing, editing and public relations skills, such as experience developing press releases, feature stories, media materials, web content, internal communications and media pitches.
• Must possess strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines and stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced environment.
• Must demonstrate knowledge of media relations principles, earned media strategy, media monitoring practices, media distribution and reputation management communications.
• Must have the ability to collaborate effectively with university leadership, campus communicators, Brand Management colleagues and external stakeholders to support coordinated communications efforts.
• Must demonstrate sound news judgment, attention to detail, creativity, initiative and the ability to analyze complex information to develop clear and effective messaging.

Benefits

Appointment Length: Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range: $54,000 - $73,000

Special Instructions to Applicants: For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

Pay

$54,000 - $73,000

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with occasional evenings and weekends.