Assistant Director, University Media and Public Relations Job at University Of M

University of Memphis Career Opportunities

Assistant Director, University Media and Public Relations

Advertised Title: Assistant Director, University Media and Public Relations

Campus Location: Main Campus (Memphis, TN)

Position Number: 018871

Category: Staff (Hourly/Monthly)

Department: VP Communications, PR, Marketing

Minimum Position Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area and five (5) years of appropriate experience OR master’s degree and three (3) years of appropriate experience.

Special Conditions

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule.

Posting Date: 01/22/2025

Closing Date: 02/08/2025

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu. Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full-time hours. Part-time work experience will be prorated as listed. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with simultaneous deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of graphic arts, photography, and videography.
• Extensive production knowledge of print processes and electronic media.
• Experience working with vendors who provide print and broadcast production services.
• Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with a diverse population of constituents.

Job Duties

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for all areas of media and public relations, which includes independently crafting, developing, pitching, and executing the University’s overall strategy to drive outstanding tactical implementation of innovative Public Relations initiatives and media opportunities.
2. Develops and maintains strong working relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets to support broader university messages, and works to publish timely information, such as press releases, interviews, and other marketing materials.
3. Creates and takes ownership of the University’s public relations initiatives and strategies, and ensures that all communication strategies are consistent, reflecting the University’s strategic vision.
4. Works with the Crisis Management Team to ensure all external messaging is accurate, consistent, and timely.
5. Manages day-to-day public relations activities, including writing press releases, media advisories, feature stories, op-eds, website content, social media copy, and other promotional materials in support of the University’s communications efforts as needed.
6. Tracks and measures earned media efforts. Provide quarterly and annual media reports.
7. Informs campus-wide constituents of PR procedures and best practices and provides public relations and communications consulting to ensure consistent framing of messages.
8. Manages relationships with University Partners to optimize collaboration opportunities and offers ongoing support to University Partners including but not limited to communications strategy, planning, media outreach, interview preparation, and media training.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Describe your experience working in public relations, communications, and marketing.

  (Open Ended Question)