<p>Job Description Summary</p> <p>Organization's Summary Statement:</p> <p>The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) invites resumes for a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Vice President for Strategic Communications and Marketing. The Media Relations Manager supports the strategic communications goals and objectives of the university.</p> <p>Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include health benefits (medical, prescription, dental, flexible spending accounts), Retirement (State or Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA), Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance), Tuition Remission, Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, paid leave (Exempt positions start at 22 days annual, non-exempt positions start at 11 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year). Overtime, shift-differential and on-call pay (non-exempt positions only)</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Produce, record, and edit UMES video, audio, or photographic content for </li></ul> <p>use on university social media accounts, the university website, and for</p> <p>other broadcast purposes.</p> <ul> <li>Produce and edit written content to be used on the university website, </li></ul> <p>social media accounts, in media relations, and in the production of printed</p> <p>and digital brochures and electronic communications.</p> <ul> <li>Pitch story ideas to news media, cultivate news coverage, ad work with j </li></ul> <p>journalists to ensure optimal news coverage of the university</p> <ul> <li>Performs other related duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Physical Demands:</p> <ul> <li>May be required to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, </li></ul> <p>reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting.</p> <ul> <li>May be required to work in adverse weather conditions. </li><li>May be required to wear and work in personal protective equipment. </li><li>May be required to operate a variety of equipment. </li></ul> <p>Preferences:</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in journalism, broadcasting, digital media production, or </li><li>similar education or experience. </li><li>Five years' experience in as a multimedia content creator, editor, or </li></ul> <p>manager, as a multimedia journalist, or as a public relations or marketing</p> <p>practitioner, or equivalent combination of experience, education and/or</p> <p>training in related fields.</p> <ul> <li>Five years' experience producing, recording, and editing video packages </li></ul> <p>and digital photographs.</p> <ul> <li>Five years' experience writing compelling news articles, briefs, and social </li></ul> <p>media posts.</p> <ul> <li>Skilled as a seasoned Writer, Photographer, or Videographer. </li><li>Skilled as a strong communicator to include experience as a spokesperson. </li><li>Skilled in time and projects management. </li></ul> <p>Licenses/ Certifications: N/A</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <p>Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Experience: Five (5) years of professional communications, marketing, or media relations experience. Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Knowledge of media relations strategies. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments. Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service and sensitivity to a culturally and ethnically diverse community.</p> <p>Additional Job Details</p> <p>Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate's prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.</p> <p>Best Consideration Date: N/A</p> <p>Posting Close Date: N/A</p> <p>Open Until Filled: Yes</p> <p>Department</p> <p>UMES-VPUR-Vice President University Relations</p> <p>Worker Sub-Type</p> <p>Staff Regular</p> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>$55,000 - $80,000</p> <p>EEO Statement</p> <p>UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.</p> <p>Diversity Statement</p> <p>The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.</p> <p>Title IX Statement</p> <p>It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.</p>