Media Communications Specialist

Special Instructions to Applicants A cover letter is required for your application. Also, please include a writing sample in the cover letter. Department Summary Founded in 1994, UCLA Luskin incorporates the best practices in scholarship, research and teaching in the fields of social work, urban and regional planning, and policymaking.

The unique intersection of these disciplines within one school allows for academic cross-collaboration and a rich education that values diverse perspectives at the macro- and micro- organizational levels. Graduates of the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs are well prepared to take leadership roles and effect change as practitioners, researchers and policymakers in the public, private and non-governmental sectors.

Position Summary

The UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs seeks a Communications Specialist to write and develop news and feature stories, marketing and recruitment content, publication copy, web and email content, media materials and other communications. The position will support proactive media relations and thought-leadership efforts by researching opportunities, developing pitches and background materials, coordinating media requests and helping identify timely opportunities to elevate Luskin faculty and research.

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Qualifications

2 or more years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, editorial content or a related field. (Required) Experience in higher education, public affairs, research, publication production, institutional rankings, digital marketing, media relations or mission-driven communications.

(Preferred) Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to produce clear, compelling, accurate content for a range of editorial, marketing, media relations, web, email, publication or similar communications content. (Required) Solid experience in news and communications judgment, including the ability to identify compelling stories, faculty expertise, research findings and opportunities relevant to external audiences.

(Required) Excellent organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, deadlines and changing priorities. (Required) Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills, and positive attitude, with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, leadership, external partners and a small communications team.

(Required) Strong initiative, curiosity and judgment, with the ability to work independently, research unfamiliar topics, identify communications opportunities and incorporate direction and feedback. (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, Public Affairs or related fields are a plus, or an equivalent combination of experience/training.

(Required) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation. Schedule 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Union/Policy Covered CM–Comms, Mktg, & Sales Profs Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/Show. Job.aspx?EntityID=38&JDName=Media%20Communications%20Specialist%202%20CM%20(TBD_1000433) The UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs seeks a Communications Specialist to write and develop news and feature stories, marketing and recruitment content, publication copy, web and email content, media materials and other communications.

The position will support proactive media relations and thought-leadership efforts by researching opportunities, developing pitches and background materials, coordinating media requests and helping identify timely opportunities to elevate Luskin faculty and research. 2 or more years of professional experience in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, editorial content or a related field.

(Required) Experience in higher education, public affairs, research, publication production, institutional rankings, digital marketing, media relations or mission-driven communications. (Preferred) Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to produce clear, compelling, accurate content for a range of editorial, marketing, media relations, web, email, publication or similar communications content.

(Required) Solid experience in news and communications judgment, including the ability to identify compelling stories, faculty expertise, research findings and opportunities relevant to external audiences. (Required) Excellent organizational and project-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, deadlines and changing priorities.

(Required) Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills, and positive attitude, with the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, leadership, external partners and a small communications team. (Required) Strong initiative, curiosity and judgment, with the ability to work independently, research unfamiliar topics, identify communications opportunities and incorporate direction and feedback.

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