Liberty University Lynchburg , VA 24501
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain inventory of media requests fielded by the Office of Communications & Public Engagement, working closely with Senior Managing Editor and Vice President of Communications & Public Engagement for guidance on responses , if a response warranted
Maintain media contact lists
Daily media monitoring
Use PR software for dissemination of national releases
Work closely with university departments to coordinate multimedia coverage of news and events and promote programs
Conducts interviews and research necessary for articles
Adheres to strict deadlines
Works with the university's photography department to set up photo shoots to accompany stories and prepares photos for posting to website
Responsible for writing articles and posting content to website
Must be flexible to cover news as it happens on nights and weekends
QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS
Education and Experience
Must have bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field
Well-developed communications skills required as well as news and feature writing and copy editing experience
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Photoshop, and WordPress
Video production and editing experience is a plus for news writer role
Strong knowledge of AP Style
ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB
Communication and Comprehension
Strong interview and interpersonal skills, ability to interact with other departments, the public, and the media in a professional manner
Strong research and interview skills
Exceptional writing skills, with flexibility to produce concise releases as well as longer feature articles
Strong editing skills, from proofreading to developmental editing
Strong organizational skills and ability to handle several deadlines
Requires high-level editing and judgment calls for news releases and support for Offices of Communications and Public Engagement special projects
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well-articulated information
Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
Possess public communication skills in order to represent Liberty well to internal departments, press members, and other guests to the university
Strong organizational and prioritization skills
Problem Solving
Physical and Sensory Abilities
Regularly required to travel to local and campus locations.
Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work Environment
This position is on campus, and the essential functions are conducted in a climate-controlled office setting. It is well lighted and the noise level is moderate. However, interviews and meetings may be conducted at different locations, on or off campus, in various environments.
Driving Requirements
Use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required.
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