• Write news releases, feature stories, web content, and other communications materials highlighting faculty, students, programs, and initiatives
• Edit content for clarity, accuracy, tone, and Associated Press style
• Assist with internal and external communications as needed

• Assist with developing and managing content for the College’s social media channels in alignment with University strategy
• Create engaging digital content to support recruitment, outreach, and reputation-building efforts
• Update and maintain College web pages using the University’s content management system
• Coordinate with the University’s Marketing and Communications office on campaigns, requests, and brand compliance

• Assist with media relations efforts, including responding to inquiries and coordinating interviews
• Support efforts to pitch faculty experts, research, and College initiatives to local, regional, and national media
• Assist with media monitoring and reporting
• Provide basic event coverage, including photography and limited video support as needed

1. Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, marketing, communications, or a closely related field
2. Experience in a news, public relations/media relations, or marketing role
3. Demonstrated understanding of news value and how media organizations operate
4. Experience creating and managing social media content in a professional or academic setting
5. Strong writing and editing skills for print, web, and social media, with a working knowledge of Associated Press style
6. Photography skills suitable for basic news gathering and event coverage
7. Strong time-management skills and ability to meet deadlines

1. Two or more years of experience in a newsroom, public relations, or media relations role
2. Experience using media monitoring or public relations platforms such as Cision or Meltwater
3. Experience shooting and editing basic video content
4. Familiarity with social media monitoring, analytics, or performance measurement
5. Experience updating web content using a content management system
6. Experience writing or producing content related to education or higher education

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