Media Relations Coordinator

Bring your communications toolbox and journalistic prowess to magnify our system brand through strategic earned, owned and paid media initiatives. In this exciting, ever-changing healthcare field, you'll be at the forefront of our public relations initiatives. As the Media Relations Coordinator, you'll cultivate media relationships, maximize visibility opportunities, coordinate interview requests, develop various communications and monitor media coverage. Besides joining a fun and talented team, you'll collaborate and interact regularly with all levels of staff across multiple departments and services within the system. Apply today to take the helm of our media outreach and promote our system's brand voice, mission and new services.
EXPERIENCE: 5 plus years of relevant experience with a focus on healthcare communications and/or public relations.
SPECIAL SKILLS: Excellent verbal, interpersonal, public speaking and presentation skills. Editorial competency: ability to create concise, compelling content and follow AP style. Copy editing skills and attention to detail are imperative. Excellent project management skills and ability to juggle multiple deadlines. Can work in a highly collaborative environment. Must have portfolio of writing samples, including news releases, feature stories, pitch letters, talking points and targeted messages for various media outlets. Understanding of search engine insights that drive content improvements.EDUCATION: Required: Bachelors - English, Bachelors - Journalism, Preferred: Masters - English, Masters – Journalism
Job Type: Full Time