Associate Director, News & Information - Media and Communications

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Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and implements media relations and/or publications programs and oversees media relations and/or publications for specific colleges and schools.

• Assists in strategic public relations planning and implementation including, media relations, publications and periodicals, crises communication and issues management.

• Develops relationships with journalists and oversees and implements new methods for media relations efforts.

• Edits texts and works with clients and designers to produce publications.

• May supervise staff and production of news and public information materials.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism or related field, and five years experience in writing, editing or public relations, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: View phone number on click.appcast.io (V) | View phone number on click.appcast.io (TDD).

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Job Number 166706

Job Type Regular Full-Time

Division Communications and Marketing

Department Media & University Comms

Job Category Marketing and Communications

Campus Location (For Posting) : Location US-GA-Atlanta

Location : Name Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor

Remote Work Classification Primarily On Campus

Health and Safety Information Not Applicable