Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Drexel University
Job overview
The Assistant Director, Science, Arts and Humanities at Drexel University supports media relations to increase awareness of the university's mission and programs by generating media coverage and promoting faculty expertise.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves spotting news trends, pitching stories to journalists, creating media content, maintaining media relationships, supporting crisis communications, and assisting with media training and coverage reporting.
Compensation and benefits
The position is exempt, grade L, with a salary range of $62,630 to $93,950 per year, typically offered at minimum to midrange based on qualifications, with benefits detailed in Drexel's Benefits Brochure.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, or communications, or equivalent experience, with at least 4 years in media relations, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to manage multiple projects under pressure; social media and media event planning experience preferred.
Work environment and culture
The role is part of a collaborative team within the Division of University Marketing & Communications, emphasizing integrated brand journalism, internal communications, and media outreach in a hybrid work environment primarily on campus.
Company information
Drexel University is a comprehensive institution with a Division of University Marketing & Communications comprising over 70 professionals handling media relations, social media, communications, design, and marketing.
Team overview
The Assistant Director joins the News and Media Relations team, which works closely with university leaders and faculty to promote academic and research achievements through media.
Job location and travel
The position is based in University City, Philadelphia, PA, with a hybrid work arrangement primarily on campus.
Application process
Applicants must upload a CV/resume and cover letter; review of candidates begins once a suitable pool is identified.
Unique job features
The job includes unique responsibilities like crisis communication support, high-volume content creation for multiple media channels, and fostering media profiles for faculty experts.
Company overview
Drexel University is a private research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, known for its cooperative education program that integrates professional work experience with academic study. Founded in 1891 by financier and philanthropist Anthony J. Drexel, the university offers over 200 degree programs across 15 colleges and schools. Drexel generates revenue through tuition, research grants, and partnerships with industry leaders. The university's emphasis on experiential learning and its robust network of corporate partners provide students with valuable real-world experience, making it a leader in career-focused education.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize your media relations experience, particularly your ability to pitch stories, build relationships with journalists, and manage multiple projects under pressure, as these are key responsibilities for the Assistant Director role at Drexel University.
Highlight your strong verbal and written communication skills, news-gathering expertise, and experience with both traditional and social media channels, aligning with the job's focus on media outreach and content creation across diverse platforms.
Apply through multiple channels including Drexel University's official careers site, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is listed to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees in Drexel’s Division of University Marketing & Communications on LinkedIn, especially those in News and Media Relations; use ice breakers like commenting on recent Drexel news coverage or asking about their experience working on media campaigns related to academic programs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'media relations,' 'story pitching,' 'media outreach,' 'crisis communications,' 'faculty expert promotion,' and 'content creation' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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