Public Relations Specialist — University of Louisville
Position Description
The University of Louisville is looking for a well-rounded strategic communications and marketing professional for the Health Sciences Center. The Public Relations Specialist Senior reports directly to the Director of Communications for the Health Sciences Center. The position prepares and edits news releases, feature articles and promotional materials; coordinates and serves as spokesperson at press conferences and media briefings. It also provides public relations guidance and topical instruction to internal and external organizations.
Responsibilities
Proactively seek opportunities to publicize the UofL Health Sciences Center, including its four health-related schools, the research taking place, the education of new health care providers and the clinical care being provided. Develop “pitch” materials, including but not restricted to tip sheets and news releases. Subjects will include research, patient care, education programs, faculty, staff, and special events. Respond to media queries seeking UofL experts and information about health related topics. Seek out opportunities and help coordinate outreach efforts, including helping to arrange speaking engagements for faculty at community groups, schools and other appropriate locations. Serves as UofL spokesperson when appropriate.
Pursue placement with local, state, regional, national and international media outlets. Maintain and cultivate contacts within beat. Contacts will include, but are not limited to, deans, chairman, directors and department heads. Work with the UofL Health Care marketing office to coordinate efforts, when possible, to highlight health system priority service lines. This will include the development of media relations communications plans for priority service lines. Counsel internal clients regarding working with the news media. Maintain active knowledge of the health care field, including insurance, medical and surgical advances in the treatment and prevention of diseases. Attend various committee/department meetings and other related conferences.
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