Job Description

SUMMARY

Proactive media relations-contribute significantly to the association's medial relations program. Independently manage all media relations aspects of assigned issues and special projects, including representing the AAMC on collations and other efforts related to assigned issues. Establish and maintain working relationships with reporters and other appropriate contacts.

Reactive media relations-serve as initial contact for majority of media. Work with AAMC Spokespersons' Bureau to respond to daily press inquiries. Develop media related materials; develop special reports on press coverage. Maintain AAMC Newsroom page and related Web site content. Create and manage new "issue" websites and content when assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Demonstrated skills in media relations including ability to pitch story ideas, respond effectively, quickly, and accurately to reporters' information requests, and generate media attention to assigned issues. Demonstrated creativity and knowledge/experience in using new/social networks to communicate messages and work with the media.

· Demonstrated writing skills important. Demonstrated project management skills, ability to collaborate on internal projects, ability to represent the association on external projects and committees. Ability to work well with people at many levels of authority, work independently, and work effectively within a diverse professional environment a must.

· Daily contact with health/science/medical national and trade press; daily contact with association staff on relevant issues; frequent contact with association constituents on relevant issues and projects; frequent contact with external groups and coalitions.

· Develop press materials as assigned, including press releases, press kits, op-eds, background information and other items. Contribute to the AAMC's public communication campaigns, including serving as a resource to the Group on Institutional Advancement. Produce media reports for AAMC staff.

· Serve as editor of AAMC STAT, and contribute as needed to other AAMC publications.

· Supervise Public Relations Specialist

Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's in English, journalism or related discipline preferred; graduate degree helpful.

Minimum 5 years in media relations, communications, public affairs, or other health related experience; writing experience essential; knowledge of health issues and health press highly desirable; association experience helpful.

Please provide two writing samples and cover letter

The Association of American Medical Colleges is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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