(Full-Time/ Benefits Eligible)
School of Law
University of Illinois Chicago
Apply by November 16, 2022
The UIC School of Law, Chicago's first public law school, is seeking a full time Public Information Associate Specialist I (Public Relations Manager). The Public Information Associate Specialist I is responsible for translating the Law School's story into effective media communications by identifying existing and new media channels, forums, and placement opportunities; defining appropriate audiences and segmenting the law school's message; writing and editing copy; maintaining and building a portfolio of media contacts; and supporting and collaborating with colleagues to effectively advance the mission and reputation of the institution.
To apply, please go directly to the UIC job board: https://jobs.uic.edu/. For fullest consideration please apply by November 16, 2022.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Strategize,
write, and edit institutional press releases and media alerts.
- Pitch
and place relevant news stories with appropriate legal media.
- Manage,
write, and edit additional news website content, including monthly
student, faculty, and alumni activity reports.
- Maintain
institutional social media accounts.
- Perform
related news research and ensure accuracy of content.
- Establish
and maintain proactive relationships with legal news sources.
- Respond
to media requests and coordinate media needs in concert with the Executive
Director.
- Maintain
editorial schedules for industry publications.
- Initiate
and negotiate rates on advertising and monitor associated production
schedules.
- Manage
press release systems and initiate contracts with applicable service
providers.
- Coordinate
photography requests and photography archive (with Senior Graphic Designer).
- Manage,
track, and interpret media reports and analytics to ensure effective
strategies.
- Research
and update annual mailing lists related to national promotions.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor’s
degree in communications, journalism, radio/television broadcasting,
web/digital media, or a related field.
- One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in public relations, journalism, social media communications, newspaper reporting, radio/television broadcasting with emphasis on production, or web/digital media.
Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.
To apply, please go directly to the UIC job board: https://jobs.uic.edu/. For
fullest consideration please apply by November 16, 2022.