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Hospital for Special Surgery · 1 month ago

Public and Media Relations Manager

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$86K/yr - $131K/yr

5+ years exp

Hospital for Special Surgery is a top-ranked hospital for orthopedics and rheumatology, dedicated to exceptional talent and growth opportunities. The Public and Media Relations Manager will develop and execute media-based communication strategies to enhance the organization’s reputation and support brand awareness through various media platforms.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, and measurement of external and internal media-based communication plans

Manage day-to-day media relations and respond to media inquiries related to brand and corporate issues

Collaborate with marketing teams and subject matter experts to ensure timely and appropriate media responses across all channels

Draft high-quality written materials, including press releases, Q&As, and media standby statements related to brand and corporate issues

Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts; proactively identify and pitch brand and corporate stories, including through social media where appropriate

Assist in the development and execution of public relations programs to support brand-building initiatives, innovation, and corporate promotions

Help oversee PR program execution from initial planning to final delivery

Provide strategic guidance to PR agency partners and PR consultants; review and approve brand-related PR materials to ensure alignment with organizational messaging and standards

Ensure coordination of messages and communication efforts across both internal and external audiences

Serve as an editor for PR platforms, including the newsroom, wire and monitoring services, and contributing and reviewing content regularly

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Media RelationsWriting SkillsProject ManagementSocial Media ProficiencyCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityInitiativeWork Under PressureInterpersonal SkillsConfidentiality

Required

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field

5+ years of experience in a media relations or public relations role; management experience is an asset

Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with strong writing and editorial abilities

Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), internet research, wire services, media monitoring software, and other public relations tools

Demonstrated success using social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and others for professional communication and brand engagement

Strong project management skills with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines and execute tasks flawlessly in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Ability to act as a trusted communications advisor across the organization

Collaborative team player who can work effectively with diverse groups and individuals

Capable of maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in handling sensitive information

Proven ability to develop and sustain strong professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels