Communications Manager
Company: Indiana University
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: May 1, 2024
Job Description:
DepartmentLILLY FAMILY SCHOOL OF PHILANT
(IN-CPHL-IUINA)Department InformationThe Indiana University Lilly
Family School of Philanthropy is the world's first school dedicated
solely to education and research about philanthropy. The breadth
and depth of the school's knowledge make it a valued thought leader
and trusted source of information and insight among national public
policy makers and news media. Through global partnerships, teaching
and learning experiences, and an international student body, the
school increases understanding of philanthropy within and across
cultures.The Lilly Family School of Philanthropy integrates
innovative academic, research, international and training programs
with groundbreaking resources such as The Fund Raising School, the
Women's Philanthropy Institute, Lake Institute on Faith and Giving,
and The May's Family Institute on Diverse Philanthropy. It
collaborates with many partners in the Indiana University family,
including the IU School of Liberal Arts at IUPUI, the School of
Public and Environmental Affairs at IU Bloomington and IUPUI, and
at other IU schools and campuses.As a hub for philanthropic thought
and research, the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy regularly
convenes innovators, scholars, philanthropists, nonprofit and
foundation professionals, and researchers to share their diverse
perspectives, exchange ideas, and develop insights that anticipate
trends, address pressing issues, and shape the future of
philanthropy.Job SummaryThe position is part of the school's
marketing and communications team and works in collaboration with
other team members as well as school leadership, faculty members,
and staff across the school. This position plays a key role in
raising awareness and visibility of the school, its people, and its
programs, and strengthening news media and public engagement with
the school. Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Identifies newsworthy stories, creates, and executes
promotional plans, including recommending communications channels
and tools.
- Conducts outreach and pitching to journalists to earn media
coverage of the school and its faculty, students, alumni, programs,
activities, and research.
- Builds relationships with local, national and international
journalists and media outlets in all media formats.
- Develops, manages, and expands multiple media outreach lists
for a wide range of issues and topics.
- Develops and writes press releases and other materials and
resources for news media such as photos, videos, and graphics, and
create complete story packages.
- Researches and writes briefing materials and talking points for
media interviews.
- Identifies, researches, develops, and writes content for
newsletters, website, blog posts, remarks, and other communications
vehicles.
- Conducts interviews with faculty, staff, alumni, students, and
other internal and external stakeholders.
- Tracks, compiles, and develops reports on media coverage and
related metrics.General Responsibilities
- Independently creates basic and complex communications for
print and e-distribution on behalf of department or functional area
within department and in support of departmental goals and
objectives; communications may be interdepartmental; staff,
faculty, or student-focused; or external.
- Responds to inquiries and requests and explains policies,
procedures, and context of communications.
- Manages relationships with various internal and external
stakeholders and creates communications coverage for relevant
initiatives, events, and programs.
- Prepares communications timelines and shares progress of
communications toward relevant deadlines with manager, team
members, and other relevant constituents.
- Regularly monitors relevant social media and news sites;
researches relevant subject matter to increase knowledge in area(s)
of specialty.
- Utilizes various communications software programs and delivers
communications in multiple formats to a variety of audiences.
- May provide guidance to lower-level Communications
Generalists.QualificationsCombinations of related education and
experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required
may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the
minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATIONRequired
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, English,
public relations, or related field. WORK EXPERIENCERequired
- 2 years in relevant field. Preferred
- 4 years of experience working in media relations and
communications.
- Experience developing, nurturing, and maintaining professional
relationships with journalists.
- Experience writing press releases and other materials for news
media, as well as briefing materials, talking points, etc., to
prepare leaders and experts for media interviews. SKILLSRequired
- Proficient communication skills.
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
- Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic
environment.
- Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
- Highly thorough and dependable.
- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under
pressure.Preferred
- Demonstrated success in conducting media outreach and pitching
to media.
- Demonstrated success in effectively managing and responding to
media requests.
- Ability to effectively and simultaneously manage multiple
priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a
team.Working Conditions / DemandsThis role requires the ability to
effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other
standard office productivity equipment. The position involves
sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office
environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to
perform the essential functions with or without an
accommodation.Work LocationIU Indianapolis campus301 University
BoulevardIndianapolis, Indiana 46202This position is eligible for
remote work or to work a hybrid schedule (mix between remote and
in-person work), subject to change in the future based on
university policy and business needs. Work Hours8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday through Friday (EST) Benefits OverviewFor full-time staff
employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits
including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to
vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Learn more about our benefits
by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.Job ClassificationCareer
Level: CareerFLSA: ExemptJob Function: Marketing &
CommunicationsJob Family: Communications GeneralistClick here to
learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.Posting
DisclaimerThis posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the
advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at
the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a
minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please
submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted
Date.If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with
your resume when uploading attachments.Equal Employment
OpportunityIndiana University is an equal employment and
affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits
discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic
information, marital status, national origin, disability status or
protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate
on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities,
including employment and admission, as required by Title IX.
Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the
U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the
university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of
Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.Campus
Safety and SecurityThe Annual Security and Fire Safety Report,
containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all
Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also
request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu
or by visiting IUPD.Contact UsRequest SupportTelephone:
812-856-1234
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