Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for media inquiries.
• Serve on the Hamilton Emergency Response Team as the PIO.
• Work with the V.P. for Communications and Marketing to manage crisis communications.
• Meet with the media relations consultant and manage relationship.
• Leads ongoing media training for leadership, faculty and key staff.
• Works with student workers and the student newspaper editorial staff.
• Works with the President’s Office and Director of Community Relations on media opportunities.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive communication strategy in alignment with the college’s mission and long-term goals.
• Partner with the V.P. for Communications and Marketing, faculty, and department leaders to ensure media and public engagement initiatives advance institutional priorities and enhance visibility.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with local, national, and international media outlets across print, broadcast, and digital platforms to position the college as a leading source of expertise and innovation.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, media relations, or strategic storytelling in a complex academic or non-profit environment.
• Proven record of shaping and executing communications strategies that elevate visibility and institutional reputation.
• Proven track record of successful media outreach and relationship building with local and national media.
• Demonstrated success managing high-profile, media campaigns.
• Experience collaborating with others to develop cohesive, cross-disciplinary communications.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication strategies.

Preferred

• Experience producing podcasts, email newsletters, and videos preferred.
• Experience in the field of journalism preferred.
• The ideal candidate will have experience in media relations for higher ed.
• A deep understanding of the liberal arts is a plus

Benefits

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