Media Relations Specialist II, Science/Technology

Description: News Office, to join the central hub for news and information on the MIT campus. Primary focus will be on writing and pitching MIT science and research news. Responsibilities include writing research-based press releases and articles; cultivating and maintaining relationships with local, national, and international science/technology media contacts; and creating media plans and working with internal MIT clients on media relations issues.

Requirements: A bachelor's degree and five to seven years of related professional experience writing, editing, and promoting stories on science, technology, and related fields. Proven ability to develop strong working relationships with media and create media plans with tight deadlines expected. Must demonstrate initiative, good judgment and the ability to own projects. Should be able to work effectively with team members, client contacts, and vendors.

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