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Irvington Public Schools

Broadcast Media Relations Specialist

Irvington Public Schools, Irvington, NJ


Position Type:
District Wide/Broadcast Media Relations Specialist

Date Posted:
12/11/2024

Location:
District wide

Closing Date:
02/28/2025Irvington Public Schools
Posting No. 5170

Positions: Broadcast Media Relations Specialist

Locations: Districtwide

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field, Preferably Master's Degree
At least 10 Years of more of broadcast journalism
Excellent news judgement,
Established contact in broadcast media outlets
Ability to work independently
Ability to meet deadline, prioritize assignments, and handle multiple task simultaneously
Excellent communication, organization, writing, and presentation skills
Strong strategic-thinking skills; demonstrated ability to handle and tactful manage stressful situations

Responsibilities:
  • Demonstrates expertise in broadcast media relations
  • Communicates big-picture logistics, creative story ideas, and media tactics to the team
  • Provide direct counsel and is seen as a media expert plus a valuable partner
  • Drafts press material (e.g. media pitches or press releases)
  • Able to lead and work on presentations independently
  • Works alongside the Superintendent to build visibility for the district
  • Facilitates professional development
  • Seeks new development opportunities to refine skills and expertise
  • Serving as an advisor, effectively with a strong personal presence and for district media promotion and programming.
  • Maintaining a thorough understanding of the dynamic and workings of the district


Program Duration: 2024-2025 School Year

Hours: Varies

Salary: To be determined based upon experience

(Bilingual Candidates Encouraged To Apply)

Interested candidates should apply to this position no later than _December 18, 2024_____and utilize the Applitrack system as follows:

If you have previously applied to the Irvington School District using our Applitrack system, please use the following URL and apply for the new position you are seeking:

Continue/Modify an Existing Application
https://www.applitrack.com/irvington/onlineapp/_application.aspx?login=true&

If you have not previously applied to the Irvington School District using our Applitrack system, please use the following URL, create an account and apply for the position you are seeking:

New Applicants https://www.applitrack.com/irvington/onlineapp/_application.aspx?starting=true

Incomplete applications will not be considered

EARLY SUBMISSION APPRECIATED
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Irvington Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, gender, ancestry, national origin, social status, or physical disabilities.