Responsibilities

• Draft and edit content supporting media relations, thought leadership, and brand awareness initiatives.
• Write press releases, talking points, pitch letters, blog content, executive communications, and other written materials.
• Translate complex information into clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences.
• Identify and develop stories that highlight UWNYC’s mission and community impact.
• Support content creation across print, digital, and social media platforms.
• Support media outreach efforts and assist with reporter engagement.
• Prepare background materials, briefing documents, and speaking points for spokespeople and senior leaders.
• Assist in responding to media inquiries and managing communications requests.
• Support executive speaking engagements and external communications opportunities.
• Help maintain media lists and track media coverage.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field required.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or media relations preferred.

Preferred

• Superior Writing and Storytelling
• Attention to Detail and Accountability
• Collaboration and Relationship Building
• Adaptability and Agility
• Mission and Equity Focus