Media Relations Specialist

Our client, Princeton University, is seeking a Media Relations Specialist. The Media Relations Specialist plays a key role in content creation and editorial development for two websites : the public website and the employee website. This position is responsible for writing and managing website content, promoting and covering Facilities events, and supporting various special projects.

This is a full time, in person and temp position.

Job Type : Contract (Mar-Nov)

Schedule : Monday - Friday

Pay Rate : $46 / hr

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write at least one feature story per month highlighting a Facilities team member, project, or achievement, in alignment with the editorial calendar.
• Curate and design an engaging monthly employee newsletter using Constant Contact, along with a print edition.
• Edit and format a quarterly construction newsletter using Constant Contact.
• Cover Facilities events such as Bring Your Child to Work Day, staff appreciation events, and other internal gatherings.
• Review, edit, and oversee the approval process for promotional content requests submitted to Facilities Communications.
• Assist in managing media relations inquiries and projects.
• Collaborate with freelance photographers and videographers to enhance digital storytelling, or independently capture photos of events, staff, and projects.
• Promote internal Facilities events and updates through various communication channels, including posters, newsletters, websites, and digital monitors.
• Maintain an organized workflow for cataloging and managing photo and video assets.
• Support the Manager of Communications & Business Projects in updating and maintaining content across Facilities-managed websites.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Salary : $46