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Media Relations Intern

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
United States, Texas, Lubbock
3601 4th Street (Show on map)
Nov 19, 2024
Media Relations Intern Lubbock 39413BR Position Description Performs work to assist in the organization and implementation of projects and programs. Responsibilities include activities which require knowledge of departmental procedures. Employee performance is based upon a review of completed work and overall results obtained. Major/Essential Functions The Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Media Relations team serves as both a campus-based news bureau and TTUHSC's most direct connection to the external news media and the diversity of audiences that today's news media serves. On a daily basis, our team works with a network of journalists from news organizations to highlight compelling stories from campus and to respond to media queries for information or perspective on topics and issues related to TTUHSC. Currently, our team produces video media packages, a weekly podcast, media pitches and organizes press conferences. Embodies the Values Based Culture of TTUHSC by living out the university's core values of One Team, Kindhearted, Integrity, Visionary, Beyond Service Follows TTUS and TTUHSC Operating, IT and Safety Policies, completing all training as required Contributes to the creation of content for potential university news stories Contributes ideas regarding TTUHSC to the media Help to create daily content for potential university news stories Contributes to the production of video media packages, weekly podcast, media pitches and organization of press conferences Contributes ideas regarding TTUHSC stories to media Writes news releases, media advisories, media briefs and other collateral material for reporters to raise the visibility of the university Helps to compile media reports for TTUHSC and its agencies to keep an active record of mentions throughout television, radio and online news source Helps to interview experts including researchers, faculty, students and experts for news articles and coverage Contributes to the building of potential media lists for pitches Produce Multimedia Releases for news media pitches Demonstrate professionalism to contact and/or respond to news media requests and manages those interactions Required Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent. No experience required. To apply, please visit: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25898&siteid=5283&PageType=JobDetails&jobid=879078 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx. jeid-c51893a570e57940bfa6e504a8fea1c7