Public Relations Senior Vice President (Cybersecurity)
About us : Highwire Public Relations is a modern communications agency designed for disruptive companies. As the top-ranked independent tech and healthcare PR firm, we represent some of the biggest brands in cloud, enterprise, security, fintech, healthcare, and consumer.
We are nimble, creative and committed to growth and inclusivity for all our team members.At Highwire, we believe that storytelling fuels transformation.
And the most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. As a values-driven agency, we foster an inclusive environment, where everyone regardless of age, race / ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities can feel safe, celebrated and worthy.
We ensure every Highwire Walker has unique support to climb to success. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is permanent and foundational to our business and culture.
We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all.We are based in San Francisco with offices in New York, Boston and Chicago.
However, we are also open to hire in the following states : Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington and Washington The Senior Vice President position is a unique opportunity to become a leader for an award winning Technology PR agency.
As a senior member of our leadership team, the Senior Vice President will be a visionary creative type with 13+ years of experience growing teams and delighting clients.
The Senior Vice President will also drive new business development, support agency infrastructure and drive key business cornerstones forward.
As a growing public relations agency, the Senior Vice President role is a pivotal position as this individual will serve as a mentor, manager and lead example for all account teams on client management, staff development, and strategic guidance while also leading select accounts.
If you have been waiting to discover a leadership role that allows you to be a catalyst in a thriving, meaningful workplace, then Highwire might be just the place for you.
Essential Functions
- Oversee $ - 2M in account revenue as most senior, strategic client counsel.
- Consistently produce a coherent strategy for clients and projects.
- Work with top executives at leading technology companies as a trusted counselor and advisor.
- Own and drive a cornerstone in the agency (excellent careers, superb client service, strong financials, improved operations and tools aka smooth operators).
- Generate business revenue within existing clients by taking a broad view of the entire marketing and communications mix, and offering strategic recommendations to expand the scope of work or bring new services to clients.
- Identify and lead pitch to bring in new clients with growth goals tied to salary.
- Work with integrated teams to provide clients with seamless multi-channel solutions utilizing traditional PR, digital and social media platforms to deliver maximum performance and results.
- Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
- Manage, mentor, and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis.
- Monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance reviews.
- Represent Highwire and key clients at high-level industry events, seminars, and conferences as required to maintain professional development and to build networking and new business contacts.
- Service clients profitably while monitoring and advising on staff billability, client needs, resource load, and staff performance.
- Maintain account group revenue by managing the ebb and flow of accounts and budgets.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field
- Minimum 15 years experience in a communications either in-house or with an agency with at least 5 years in senior leadership capacity.
- Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships with top tier reporters and editors, and in successfully positioning subject matter with the media to achieve high-impact placements
- This reads more like what a senior media relations specialist position would say.
- Extensive successful writing and editing experience (externally focused) with a variety of print and online communications media
- Experience with social media influencer engagement, content campaigns, and media coverage amplification
- Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing a comprehensive strategic communications, media relations, and marketing program to advance an organization’s mission and goals
- Innovative thinker, with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and output
- Experience in building, managing, mentoring, and coaching a team of communications specialists
- Excellent judgment and creative problem solving skills
- Ability to make decisions in a changing environment and anticipate future needs
- Experience setting up measurement programs and measuring the ongoing ROI of communications activities
Highwire Perks
- Competitive salary
- Merit-based bonuses and promotions
- Hybrid work model to suit your schedule and lifestyle
- Excellent vacation policy including an extended break for summer and winter holiday
- Participate in Empower Hours on Fridays; Team has the ability to log off by 3 pm
- 401K Match
- Medical and dental benefits / FSA
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefit
- Home office equipment stipend
- Growth Mindset Stipend of $100 annually for books, exhibitions, etc.
- Technology reimbursement
- Wellness benefit
- Donation Match
- Full-time writing Coach
- Mentorship
- Monthly recognition programs
- Employee referral bonus
- New business referral bonus
- Quarterly Highwire fun events Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday
- Dog-friendly work environment
- Extremely supportive, nurturing environment with many opportunities for learning and growth
We are actively seeking candidates who possess a genuine passion for tech PR and are excited to expand our team. As we continue to grow our agency, we are proactively building a pipeline of exceptional individuals to connect with and consider for future opportunities.
If you are enthusiastic about the world of tech PR and are eager to embark on a rewarding career in this field, we encourage you to start the conversation by applying today.
We value your interest in our agency and look forward to hearing from you. Apply now and let's explore the possibilities together!
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Public Relations Senior Vice President (Cybersecurity)
About us : Highwire Public Relations is a modern communications agency designed for disruptive companies. As the top-ranked independent tech and healthcare PR firm, we represent some of the biggest brands in cloud, enterprise, security, fintech, healthcare, and consumer.
We are nimble, creative and committed to growth and inclusivity for all our team members.At Highwire, we believe that storytelling fuels transformation.
And the most impactful stories represent all voices and perspectives. As a values-driven agency, we foster an inclusive environment, where everyone regardless of age, race / ethnicity, size, shape, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and different abilities can feel safe, celebrated and worthy.
We ensure every Highwire Walker has unique support to climb to success. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging is permanent and foundational to our business and culture.
We aspire to change our industry and build a better future for all.We are based in San Francisco with offices in New York, Boston and Chicago.
However, we are also open to hire in the following states : Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington and Washington The Senior Vice President position is a unique opportunity to become a leader for an award winning Technology PR agency.
As a senior member of our leadership team, the Senior Vice President will be a visionary creative type with 13+ years of experience growing teams and delighting clients.
The Senior Vice President will also drive new business development, support agency infrastructure and drive key business cornerstones forward.
As a growing public relations agency, the Senior Vice President role is a pivotal position as this individual will serve as a mentor, manager and lead example for all account teams on client management, staff development, and strategic guidance while also leading select accounts.
If you have been waiting to discover a leadership role that allows you to be a catalyst in a thriving, meaningful workplace, then Highwire might be just the place for you.
Essential Functions
- Oversee $ - 2M in account revenue as most senior, strategic client counsel.
- Consistently produce a coherent strategy for clients and projects.
- Work with top executives at leading technology companies as a trusted counselor and advisor.
- Own and drive a cornerstone in the agency (excellent careers, superb client service, strong financials, improved operations and tools aka smooth operators).
- Generate business revenue within existing clients by taking a broad view of the entire marketing and communications mix, and offering strategic recommendations to expand the scope of work or bring new services to clients.
- Identify and lead pitch to bring in new clients with growth goals tied to salary.
- Work with integrated teams to provide clients with seamless multi-channel solutions utilizing traditional PR, digital and social media platforms to deliver maximum performance and results.
- Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.
- Manage, mentor, and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach on a consistent basis.
- Monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance reviews.
- Represent Highwire and key clients at high-level industry events, seminars, and conferences as required to maintain professional development and to build networking and new business contacts.
- Service clients profitably while monitoring and advising on staff billability, client needs, resource load, and staff performance.
- Maintain account group revenue by managing the ebb and flow of accounts and budgets.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field
- Minimum 15 years experience in a communications either in-house or with an agency with at least 5 years in senior leadership capacity.
- Demonstrated skill and comfort in proactively building relationships with top tier reporters and editors, and in successfully positioning subject matter with the media to achieve high-impact placements
- This reads more like what a senior media relations specialist position would say.
- Extensive successful writing and editing experience (externally focused) with a variety of print and online communications media
- Experience with social media influencer engagement, content campaigns, and media coverage amplification
- Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing a comprehensive strategic communications, media relations, and marketing program to advance an organization’s mission and goals
- Innovative thinker, with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and output
- Experience in building, managing, mentoring, and coaching a team of communications specialists
- Excellent judgment and creative problem solving skills
- Ability to make decisions in a changing environment and anticipate future needs
- Experience setting up measurement programs and measuring the ongoing ROI of communications activities
Highwire Perks
- Competitive salary
- Merit-based bonuses and promotions
- Hybrid work model to suit your schedule and lifestyle
- Excellent vacation policy including an extended break for summer and winter holiday
- Participate in Empower Hours on Fridays; Team has the ability to log off by 3 pm
- 401K Match
- Medical and dental benefits / FSA
- Paid Parental Leave
- Commuter Benefit
- Home office equipment stipend
- Growth Mindset Stipend of $100 annually for books, exhibitions, etc.
- Technology reimbursement
- Wellness benefit
- Donation Match
- Full-time writing Coach
- Mentorship
- Monthly recognition programs
- Employee referral bonus
- New business referral bonus
- Quarterly Highwire fun events Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday
- Dog-friendly work environment
- Extremely supportive, nurturing environment with many opportunities for learning and growth
We are actively seeking candidates who possess a genuine passion for tech PR and are excited to expand our team. As we continue to grow our agency, we are proactively building a pipeline of exceptional individuals to connect with and consider for future opportunities.
If you are enthusiastic about the world of tech PR and are eager to embark on a rewarding career in this field, we encourage you to start the conversation by applying today.
We value your interest in our agency and look forward to hearing from you. Apply now and let's explore the possibilities together!
Customer Relations Specialist
At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day.
If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 50,000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Adhesive Technologies help to transform entire industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
With our trusted brands, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills.
Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.
Dare to make an impact?
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Accountable for driving operational service excellence and improving customer partnerships through the execution of premier service delivery.
Develops and maintains strong business relationships with customers, Key Account Management (KAM) and account management decision makers.
Builds strong working relationships with internal teams (supply chain, logistics, product management, quality, technical customer support, and sales) to act as customers point of contact.
Respond to customer requests for orders, quotes, and other customer related inquiries.
Manage customer expectations by pro-actively and clearly communicating our commitments to the customer (ie. Delivery dates or problems resolution) and by promptly updating the customer with changes in status.
Adhere to and comprehend well defined and documented systems, related instructions and operational procedures.
Recommend process changes to increase efficiency of operations and service to customers.
Use judgment and knowledge of strategic team goals and objectives for each customer interaction.
Hybrid work schedule 80% work from home (4 days / week), 20% in the office (1 day / week).
YOUR SKILLS
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Communications, Supply Chain Operations or related field preferred; minimum high school diploma / GED required.
3 or more years Customer Account Management experience required.
Experience in customer service having demonstrated a commitment to customer loyalty, advocacy, engagement, and retention.
SAP knowledge required and EDI related transactions and issue resolution a plus.
Experience handling Portfolio Management, Supply Chain, Sales and Marketing strategies.
Ability to multi-task and perform effectively under pressure.
Ability to effectively prioritize and escalate customer issues as required.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills to effectively respond to customer's requests or explain solutions to complaints / issues.
Thesalary for this role is $55,000.00 - $60,000.00. This is the range that wein good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position.
We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.
At Henkel's request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully-executed agreement with Henkel must be in place and current.
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Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Relations in Public Law
Detailed Description :
The Department of Political Science and International Relations at the University of San Diego invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level with expertise in public law.
Successful candidates should be committed to excellent, inclusive teaching at the lower and upper division levels, and engage in student advising.
Candidates will pursue a scholarly agenda and engage in service at the departmental, college, and university levels. The teaching load is three courses per semester.
The University of San Diego is a teaching focused liberal arts institution, and all faculty in the department of Political Science and International Relations are committed to offering a range of courses aligned with their interests and in support of the departmental curriculum.
The candidate will offer courses that address the relationships between the law, politics, and structural inequity, with a specific expectation that they will regularly offer upper division courses in Constitutional Law and lower division courses in political theory and / or race and ethnic politics.
Within the scope of these parameters, the position is open to teacher-scholars of a variety of sub-disciplinary approaches to public law, including law & society, political theory, judicial politics, legal institutions, critical legal studies, politics of race & ethnicity, feminist legal theory, or comparative law.
The successful candidate will also contribute courses in other core areas of departmental curricular need and participate actively in student advising, including especially pre-law advising.
In addition to outlining their own interests in and approaches to teaching and research in a liberal arts environment, candidates should also describe how their research or teaching connects to one or more of the following three cluster themes in the College of Arts and Sciences.
link to cluster hire here : These clusters will include new faculty from multiple academic disciplines who have research or teaching interests in one of the following substantive themes : Borders and Social Justice, Technology and the Human Experience, and Climate Change and Environmental Justice.
The goal of these themed clusters is to facilitate collaborative research, provide opportunities for interdisciplinary teaching, and build community among faculty and students throughout the University.
Candidates are encouraged to interpret these themes broadly and creatively to indicate how their teaching and research in political science and public law may be understood to intersect with one or more of the three themes.
Special Conditions of Employment :
Background check : Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement : Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements :
The successful candidates will :
- Hold an advanced degree, preferably a doctorate or other terminal degree. ABD candidates will be considered on a case by case basis.
- Have demonstrated a commitment to teaching and research, mentoring undergraduates, and fostering a climate of inclusion and diversity.
- Please note that most positions will be hired at the Assistant Professor level.
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The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
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Assistant Professor : Public Relations and Latinx / e Media
Journalism and Media Studies
Location : San Diego, CA
Open Date : Jun 08,
Description
The San Diego State University School of Journalism and Media Studies (JMS) invites highly qualified candidates to apply for a tenure-track appointment in the area of Public Relations and Latinx / e Media at the Assistant Professor level to commence in Fall .
Responsibilities : We seek an outstanding public relations scholar to become a full-time faculty member. The successful candidate will bring the professional experience needed to teach public relations principles, writing, theory, research and foundational public relations skills.
Additionally, the candidate will have experience in, knowledge about, or research related to Latinx, Latine, Latina, Latino, and Hispanic media and / or audiences.
Expertise in digital public relations and the use of technology in the PR industry is also strongly desirable.
We welcome all applicants who fit the criteria above, but we particularly seek scholars working from the intersections of public relations, technology, corporate, advocacy and social responsibility.
The School of Journalism and Media Studies is committed to increasing diversity within our curriculum, programs, and our people (faculty, staff, and students).
As we aim to promote an inclusive and supportive environment, we encourage applicants to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
Successful candidates must have the clear potential or demonstrated ability and / or related research to work effectively with and benefit underrepresented populations.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications : 1) A terminal degree is required in public relations, mass communication or related discipline by the beginning of the Academic Year -.
2) Candidates should have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in both teaching and research, in line with SDSUs teacher-scholar model.
3) Candidates should possess comprehensive and current knowledge in public relations, focusing on the industry and practice of the profession.
4) Ability to teach public relations courses, specifically public relations writing, principles, research and related media studies courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Desired Qualifications : 1) An appreciation for journalistic writing and the Associated Press Stylebook and helping students master AP Style;
- 2) Evidence of commitment to teaching, mentoring and service to underrepresented populations as evidenced by the candidates research / creative agenda, mentorship of underrepresented students and / or engagement with underrepresented communities;
3) Accredited in Public Relations, earned or in process; 4) Active in professional development organizations related to the public relations industry, such as Public Relations Society of America, Public Relations Student Society of America, ColorComm, Institute for Public Relations, etc.
Candidates should address how they meet two or more of the eight Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria. Candidates that meet BIE criteria : (a) are committed to engaging in service with underrepresented populations within the discipline, (b) have demonstrated knowledge of barriers for underrepresented students and faculty within the discipline, (c) have experience or have demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring underrepresented students, (d) have experience or have demonstrated commitment to integrating understanding of underrepresented populations and communities into research, (e) have experience in or have demonstrated commitment to extending knowledge of opportunities and challenges in achieving artistic / scholarly success to members of an underrepresented group, (f) have experience in or have demonstrated commitment to research that engages underrepresented communities, (g) have expertise or demonstrated commitment to developing expertise in cross-cultural communication and collaboration and / or (h) have research interests that contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education.
Please indicate in your cover letter and diversity statement how you meet at least two or more of these criteria. Additional guidance on our BIE program for applicants is here.
Rank and Salary : This is a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level. Appointment to the position requires that the candidates terminal degree be earned by the appointment start date in August .
Salary and rank will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The anticipated salary for an assistant professor position is $5, - $11, academic year full- time monthly salary. This amount will vary according to candidate rank, experience, and market considerations specific to the scholarly discipline.
Salary represents one component of a job offer that will also include a full benefits package, moving expenses, and start-up support.
Application Instructions
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Review of application materials will begin September 1, , and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply via Interfolio at this link All additional inquiries should be addressed to : Dr.
Hongmei Shen, APR, Public Relations Search Committee Chair, Professor, School of Journalism & Media Studies San Diego State University, .
Candidates should submit : 1) Candidate statement / cover letter which summarizes ones qualifications in teaching, research and service.
2) CV . 3) Diversity statement , specifically addressing the Building on Inclusive Excellence (BIE) criteria as listed in the job description.
4) Reference list of three individuals familiar with the candidates professional experience (please include current contact information for each).
5) Evidence of teaching effectiveness (can include sample syllabus, teaching evaluations, etc.)
About the Public Relations Program at SDSU : The successful candidate will contribute to the excellence of one of the top-ranked public relations programs in the United States.
At the undergraduate level, the ACEJMC-accredited public relations emphasis in the School of Journalism & Media Studies is a five-course sequence that exceeds national standards set by the Commission on Public Relations Education.
SDSU has hosted a chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America since and was one of 12 founding participants in the Certificate in Principles of Public Relations program, launched in by the Universal Accreditation Board.
Since , SDSU has offered an exclusive fast-track M.A. program in collaboration with the Naval Postgraduate School that has educated more than military public affairs officers from the U.
S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Coast Guard, and U.S. Air Force. All full-time public relations faculty are Accredited in Public Relations, and all are active in academic and professional public relations communities.
The School of Journalism and Media Studies houses the Glen M. Broom Center for Professional Development in Public Relations, which supports student internships, faculty research, and community engagement.
About the School of Journalism and Media Studies : The successful candidate will become part of a school with 18 tenured and tenure-track faculty, about two dozen non-tenure-line lecturers, more than majors, pre-majors and graduate students.
Marquee programs in the School include digital / social media research and curricular initiatives, the Glen M. Broom Center for Professional Development in Public Relations, the military public affairs officer graduate program and bilingual media writing.
Undergraduate program areas include public relations, advertising, journalism and media studies. The School offers a masters degree program in mass communication and media studies, as well as a masters degree program in Learning Design and Technology (LDT).
The School is also part of the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts, one of seven colleges that serve a university community of 35, students in a fast-growing, culturally rich, metropolitan area with a loyal regional base and strong national and international relationships.
For more information, visit :
About San Diego State University : SDSU is the oldest institution of higher education in the San Diego region, with a campus and microsites in San Diego and locations in Southern Californias Imperial Valley and Tbilisi in the Republic of Georgia.
The highly diverse campus community has a student population of approximately 36,. SDSU is included in the Carnegie Foundations Doctoral Universities : High Research Activity category.
Established in , SDSU offers bachelor degrees in 97 areas, masters in 84 and doctorates in 23. See for more information.
SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university and Hispanic-Serving Institution with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence.
Our campus community is diverse in many ways, including race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status.
We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all.
As part of its commitment to a safe and equitable 'OneSDSU' community, SDSU requires that individuals seeking faculty employment provide at the time of application authorization to conduct background checks if they become a finalist for the position;
applications without this authorization will be considered incomplete and not considered.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU.
Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order as a condition of employment.
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Media Relations Specialist (Public Affairs/Communications Specialist III)
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Posted : 31-May-23
Location : San Diego, California
Type : Full Time
Categories :
Assistant & Associate Athletic Directors Assistant & Associate Communications / Sports Info / Media Relations Dir (perm.
Athletic Communications / Sports Information / Media Relations Directors
Salary Details :
Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $5, per month. Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation.
Preferred Education :
Masters
Internal Number :
The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University.
Currently, there are 18 sport programs, approximately student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department. The offices include the following : The Aztec Club / Development, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, External Corporate Sales, Equipment, Event Management / Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video.
The San Diego State University Athletic Media Relations Office has the primary responsibility for publicity of the Athletic Department’s varsity sports programs.
It serves as a liaison between the Athletic Department and the media. In line with those duties, the office publishes weekly press releases, coordinates press conferences for major announcements, maintains historical records and data, maintains up-to-date photo files, handles social media accounts for respective teams, maintains current team statistics, oversees department’s on-line Website, publishes the department’s printed materials, handles staging as it relates to media needs for home athletic events, arranges interviews for athletes and department personnel with local and national media representatives, seeks to procure publicity for athletic teams, coaches, staff, and student-athletes, and prepares information contained in game-day programs.
The incumbent will be the primary contact for a variety of varsity sports as assigned by the Senior Associate Athletic Director of Communications and Media Relations.
The individual will develop and manage publicity for various teams, serving as a primary contact for Football, and an Olympic Sport.
- The incumbent will coordinate and prepare editorial for media guides and game programs; coordinate game press operations for assigned sports;
- prepare weekly news releases; coordinate photographic needs for assigned sports; maintain and update statistical records;
assist with social media, and maintain a website for assigned programs with accurate and current information. In addition, the individual will oversee the department’s media relations efforts for all Olympic sports as well as serving as the lead athletic department communicator with SIDEARM, the website provider for athletics.
This individual will also be involved with strategic planning initiatives for the department.
For more information regarding Athletics, click here.
This is a full-time benefits eligible, temporary position anticipated, with the possibility of reappointment and / or permanency.
This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. Standard SDSU work hours are Monday Friday, 8 : 00 a.
m. to 4 : 30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.
The individual hired into this role will work on-campus at SDSU in San Diego.
The position will remain open until filled.
Specialized Skills
Minimum of Five years’ experience in an NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics media relations office or professional sports team at a high level (e.
g. MLB, NBA, NHL, NFL).
- At least one year of experience as a primary contact for a revenue (men’s basketball or football) sport.
- Able to advise high-profile coaches and student-athletes with interview techniques and utilize the media option(s) to best highlight his / her positives.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign / QuarkXpress and website maintenance.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree.
- Knowledge of statistical programs.
- Experience overseeing the media efforts of a football team.
- Experience in building a network of members of the national media and have the ability to utilize these contacts for the benefit of the university.
- General working knowledge of applicable university infrastructure, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge and experience with NCAA rules and regulations.
- Demonstrated ability to keep informed of Athletic Department events and to identify and capitalize on media opportunities that will promote the Athletic Department and increase positive media coverage.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a solid foundation in grammar, spelling, and the composition of various communication vehicles.
- Knowledge of the Athletics program and applicable communications techniques.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in the completion of assignments and projects.
- Ability to project a professional attitude and appearance. Demonstration of ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and communicate successfully with media, student-athletes, co-workers, administrators, staff, coaches, university personnel, and various community constituencies.
- Ability to take initiative and independently plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved, prioritizing, and completing projects accurately and timely, and making reliable decisions under pressure.
- Ability to apply a high degree of judgment, discretion, and initiative in coordinating activities associated with the Media Relations office.
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Since its founding in , the university has grown to become a leading public research university. Each year, SDSU provides more than 35, students with the opportunity to participate in an academic curriculum distinguished by direct contact with faculty and an international emphasis that prepares them for a global future.
The Department of Athletics, utilizing the services of over employees, is responsible for the intercollegiate athletics program at San Diego State University.
Currently, there are 18 sport programs, approximately student-athletes, and 17 offices in the department. The offices include the following : The Aztec Club, Administration, Athletic Medicine, Business Office, Compliance, Corporate Sales, Development, Equipment, Event Management / Facilities and Operations, Human Resources, Information Technology, Marketing, Media Relations, Strength and Conditioning, Student-Athlete Academic Support Services, Ticket Office, and Video.
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