St. Catherine University invites applications for a Media Relations Specialist in The Marketing & Communications Department.
The Media Relations Specialist is a member of the Office of Marketing and Communications, housed in the Institutional Advancement (IA) division. Members of the Marketing and Communications team are storytellers who create engaging and dynamic communications that raise the profile and awareness of St. Catherine University. Members of this team serve as the voice of St. Kate’s, representing our diverse student body, our commitment to social justice, and helping to achieve our organizational mission.
The Media Relations Specialist works cross-functionally with internal partners to highlight University news, promote academic programs, and build engagement with our audiences. This position brings excellent writing and media relations skills to our team. The Media Relations Specialist builds relationships with and provides strategic counsel on local, regional and targeted media. This role also provides counsel on public relations issues, and identifies and places news stories as part of comprehensive public relations strategies for a range of University clients.
The Media Relations Specialist builds brand awareness, enhances reputation and secures media coverage through creative thinking and smart storytelling. This role develops tools and resources that supports partners across the University to share stories of success, position University spokespersons as subject matter experts, and engage key stakeholders. As managing editor of the St. Catherine University news site, this position will also act as reporter and assignment editor for newsworthy events and initiatives on both campuses, ensuring timely, thoughtful and thorough coverage.