Media Relations Coordinator, Public Affairs

Media Relations Coordinator

Public Affairs

POSTED JOB TITLE:
Media Relations Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A permanent position under the supervision of the Senior Director of Public Affairs. The Office of Public Affairs is responsible for all marketing and communications functions of the university, including, maintaining proper media coverage for university events and developing positive relationships with state and local media.

Job duties of the Media Relations Coordinator include but are not limited to:

·        Writing media releases

·        Promptly responding to media requests

·        Arranging and conducting media interviews and press conferences

·        Event photography

·        Writing and editing Cameron Magazine, the university’s alumni publication

·        Assisting with creating information for the university web site

·        Assisting with script development for events, broadcast and printed materials

·        Communicating with CU employees and departments important information on university operations, along with staff and student achievements

·        Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISION: 
The Media Relations Coordinator reports to the Senior Director of Public Affairs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations or communication. Demonstrated experience in working with news media. Knowledge of higher education issues. Willingness and ability to work weekends and evenings when necessary.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree in journalism, public relations or communication. Five years experience in working with the media. Knowledge of higher education issues. Willingness and ability to work weekends and evenings when necessary.

SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with education and experience.

INSTITUTION:
Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

 APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Provide a letter of application, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of references, and a portfolio/writing samples.

DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

SEND TO: Cameron University

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