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KSTU &amp; KUPX, the Scripps-owned television stations in vibrant Salt Lake City, Utah, are on the lookout for an experienced and innovative Senior Director of Sales. This pivotal leadership role calls for a driven individual with a proven track record in media sales who is ready to take the helm of our proactive sales management team.
At Scripps, we take pride in being a legacy broadcaster focused on creating connections and driving innovation. As the Senior Director of Sales, you will leverage our impressive suite of advertising solutions—including OTT, social media, digital display, and broadcast television—to unlock growth opportunities for local and national businesses. You will play a crucial role in reaching our revenue goals while serving as the home station for Utah’s new NHL team, the Utah Hockey Club. Collaborate with our award-winning production team to devise compelling, multi-platform campaigns that connect our clients with their customers in meaningful ways. You’ll set revenue goals, manage inventory, and develop your team to ensure we exceed targets.
If you are a driven, innovative sales professional ready to make a significant impact, this could be the perfect next step in your career. Apply now!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
<ul>
<li>Collaborate with the General Manager and other Scripps managers to establish and accomplish the station's objectives.</li>
<li>Create sales budgets and project/forecast weekly station revenue to achieve annual targets.</li>
<li>Manage all broadcast and digital inventory; set and adjust station rates to maximize revenue.</li>
<li>Oversee the sale of advertising time to clients and agencies, which may require local and national travel.</li>
<li>Maintain high visibility in the market by meeting with clients, advertisers, and community organizations.</li>
<li>Develop best practices with other sales leaders to optimize team performance.</li>
<li>Initiate and manage new business projects and local station initiatives.</li>
<li>Train, develop, and motivate the local sales team to meet revenue goals and build a pipeline of future talent.</li>
<li>Provide training and developmental coaching for sales managers covering local, national, and general sales management.</li>
<li>Handle all personnel issues effectively.</li>
<li>Collaborate with traffic system personnel to manage airtime inventory efficiently while approving all orders.</li>
<li>Set goals with the station's national rep firm and hold them accountable for performance.</li>
<li>Assess local market positions and value through competitors' strengths and weaknesses.</li>
<li>Maintain integrity in all business dealings.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred.</li>
<li>Generally, 10+ years of proven success in media sales, including at least 3 years in management.</li>
<li>Experience with inventory, pricing, and political advertising guidelines is required.</li>
<li>Experience in strategic account management, broadcast inventory, and digital/video capabilities.</li>
<li>Availability for some travel.</li>
<li>Valid driver's license with a good driving record, along with the ability to provide proof of insurance aligned with company requirements.</li>
</ul>
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
<ul>
<li>Strong analytical skills to foresee potential pitfalls while remaining optimistic.</li>
<li>Effective problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to challenges.</li>
<li>Readiness to accept decision-making authority and responsibility.</li>
<li>Exceptional leadership skills that foster open dialogue and empower team members.</li>
<li>Strong coaching skills with the ability to provide empathetic feedback.</li>
<li>Ability to remain composed under pressure while managing multiple tasks.</li>
<li>Excellent oral and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Zoom.</li>
</ul>
Why Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City is not just a place to work; it’s a place to live your best life. The city boasts an unbeatable quality of life with a backdrop of stunning mountains and four-season outdoor recreation. Whether you’re into world-class skiing in the winter, hiking in the summer, or enjoying the vibrant arts and culture scene year-round, Salt Lake offers something for everyone. The busy culinary landscape features everything from food trucks to fine dining, ensuring you’ll never run out of delicious options. Plus, with a booming economy, it’s the perfect time to be part of this exciting community.

The E.W Scripps Company

Join Scripps and the Dynamic KSTU & KUPX Team in Beautiful Salt Lake City!

About Gray Media:
Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 113 television markets that collectively reach approximately 36 percent of US television households. The portfolio includes 77 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second-highest-rated television station, as well as the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 43 markets totaling nearly 1.5 million Hispanic TV Households. The company also owns Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Gray's additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios.
Job Summary/Description:
The Chief Technology Officer (CTO) will serve as the executive leader responsible for driving the technology vision and strategy for Gray Media with a portfolio that includes local TV stations, production companies, digital media platforms, related assets, and 3rd party agreements. The CTO will oversee the design, development, implementation, and operation of all technical systems, ensuring the company's technological capabilities support its business goals in news production, television engineering and operations, Information Technology, content distribution, enterprise software, cybersecurity, financial systems, and sales operations and research.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
<ul>
<li>Develop and execute a company-wide technology strategy aligned with corporate goals.</li>
<li>Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and executive leadership on emerging technologies digital transformation opportunities, cybersecurity, and other key technologies</li>
<li>Drive innovation in broadcast infrastructure, enterprise software solutions, ATSC 3.0 (NEXTGEN), sports production. and content distribution.</li>
<li>Develop and manage the company-wide capital expenditure budget.</li>
</ul>
Broadcast &amp; Media Technology
<ul>
<li>Oversee corporate broadcast engineering/IT team overseeing local station operations and ensure FCC compliance.</li>
<li>Lead efforts to modernize transmission infrastructure (e.g., ATSC 3.0, IP-based workflows).</li>
<li>Support the integration and scalability of production technologies across television stations, production facilities and remote locations.</li>
<li>Oversee construction projects related to local television stations</li>
</ul>
IT Infrastructure &amp; Cybersecurity
<ul>
<li>Manage enterprise IT systems, including server platforms, cloud infrastructure, data centers, end user desktops, television specific platforms, and internal networks.</li>
<li>Ensure robust cybersecurity policies and disaster recovery plans, in tandem with CISO</li>
<li>Oversee selection, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise software and systems.</li>
</ul>
Sales Operations and Research
<ul>
<li>Oversee Corp Sales Operations teams that includes Traffic (inventory management), Programming, Sales Research, &amp; Digital Ad Ops.</li>
<li>Manage and support all Sales applications including version control and user permissions.</li>
<li>Lead efforts of system connectivity, workflow efficiencies, and software rollout and implementation.</li>
<li>Oversee incorporation of new station launches and acquisitions into the Gray Sales workflows.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Financial Systems
<ul>
<li>Oversee the team that manages all aspects of companywide Financial Systems. Including ERP system, accounting workflow approval systems, Financial Close Management systems, employee expense management solution, and payment portal administration.</li>
<li>Works with Corporate Accounting and Shared Services Accounting to design, develop and implement financial systems, models and programs to support company strategic decisions and projects.</li>
<li>Oversee enhancements, development, and continuous maintenance of Gray’s financial systems and platforms to ensure that these systems align with Gray’s strategic, regulatory and internal policies.</li>
<li>Maintain compliance and governance to ensure Gray remains compliant in accounting standards, security requirements and audit standards.</li>
</ul>
Team Leadership &amp; Development
<ul>
<li>Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing technology team including broadcast engineers, IT professionals, and software developers.</li>
<li>Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li>
</ul>
Vendor &amp; Partner Management
<ul>
<li>Evaluate and manage key technology vendors, contractors, and strategic partners.</li>
<li>Negotiate contracts and service-level agreements to ensure cost-effective and high-quality service delivery.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Proven experience (10+ years) in senior technology leadership roles within the media, broadcast, or telecommunications industry.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of both traditional broadcast operations and modern digital platforms.</li>
<li>Strong technical knowledge of broadcast engineering, OTT systems, content management, and media workflows.</li>
<li>Experience in leading large-scale digital transformation and innovation initiatives.</li>
<li>Solid understanding of cybersecurity, cloud computing, IT governance, and data infrastructure.</li>
<li>Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Skills &amp; Attributes:
<ul>
<li>Familiarity with industry standards and regulations (e.g., FCC, SMPTE, ATSC).</li>
<li>Experience integrating legacy broadcast systems with next-generation platforms.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success managing multimillion-dollar technology budgets.</li>
<li>Strategic thinker with the ability to align technology with business outcomes.</li>
<li>Passion for storytelling and the role technology plays in shaping audience experiences.</li>
</ul>
If you feel you’re qualified and want to work with a great group of people, go to <a href="https://recruiting.ultipro.com/GRA1017GRYT/JobBoard/ae441110-89bd-444d-8ad2-b76c7b9db7a9/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=0219c965-81bb-40d9-b5d1-f405bc605b28#top" target="_blank">https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening</a>, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter, and references
Additional Info:
Gray Media provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Media complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Gray Media expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Media encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus before the first workday.&nbsp;

Gray Media

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) - Gray Media

Lead Sound Engineer University Job Title: Theatre Technician 3, Staff Sound Engineer Bargaining Unit: L34 - Local 34 (Yale Union Group) Time Type: Full time Duration Type: Regular Compensation Grade: Labor Grade D Wage Ranges: Click <a href="https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/careers/wage-ranges" target="_blank">here</a> to see our Wage Ranges Work Location: Central Campus Worksite Address: 222 York Street New Haven, CT 06511 Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day) Searchable Job Family: Museum/Curatorial Total # of Hours to be Works: 37.5 Position Focus: Engineers, executes and maintains sound designs for theatrical productions. Carries out duties while exercising a high degree of autonomy and discretion, maintaining high standards for safety and craftsmanship. Handles, moves, and maintains sound equipment. Essential Duties: 1. Participates in load-in, notes sessions, technical rehearsals, and strike of productions. 2. Creates, interprets, and executes sound production paperwork. 3. Collaborates with and advises Sound Designers and Engineers to obtain the necessary information to execute Sound designs. 4. Serves as the Sound Engineer for productions, outside organizations or special events using the theatre's venues as assigned. 5. Substitute for FOH Mix Engineer as assigned. 6. Oversees and participates in the maintenance and repair of sound department facilities, tools, and equipment. Manages documentation of repairs and service of audio equipment. 7. Assists in providing continuity in the use of sound equipment among all performance venues. 8. Facilitates purchase or rental of equipment and materials and assist in maintenance of sound department financial paperwork. 9. Assists in maintaining the safety, organization, cleanliness and efficiency of all sound department storage and workspaces. 10. Trains crew in operation of sound software and equipment. Supervises appropriate personnel. 11. Participates in creation and implementation of overhead rigging for sound equipment. 12. Uses a variety of complex tools, processes, materials, and equipment in completing assigned projects. 13. Attends appropriate meetings. 14. Transports equipment. 15. Assists other departments in load-in, notes sessions, technical rehearsals, and strike of productions, as assigned. 16. Works occasional nights, weekends and holidays. 17. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Professional and/or college-level experience as a Sound engineer. Required Skill/Ability 1: Strongly demonstrated knowledge of theory and techniques in sound products and engineering, computerized sound playback systems, digital/analog mix consoles, sound reinforcement systems, and microphone techniques including wireless. Required Skill/Ability 2: Strongly demonstrated knowledge in operating and troubleshooting Mac and PC computers, QLab, drafting, audio control and prediction software. Demonstrated experience in front-of-house live mixing techniques. Knowledge of safe rigging practices. Required Skill/Ability 3: Skill in electronic and audio test equipment. Knowledge of job-related health/safety issues and ability to identify potential hazards. Ability to drive cargo van and departmental truck. Required Skill/Ability 4: Strongly demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively w/faculty, staff, students, interns, guest artists and other professionals representing a wide diversity of personalities. Strongly demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team setting. Required Skill/Ability 5: Calm and collected under pressure with a strongly demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and follow schedules and instructions. Demonstrated ability to guide, advise, mentor, and lead students and staff in a professional setting. Knowledge of budgeting and bookkeeping. Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Drug Screen: No Health Screening: NoSelected incumbent must have successful completion of a DMV check and a valid driver’s license. Background Check Requirements: All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website. COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement: Posting Disclaimer: The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. To apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6251694" target="_blank">https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25053&amp;siteid=5248&amp;PageType=JobDetails&amp;jobid=1597625</a> Yale is a tobacco-free campus. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. <a href="https://www.jobelephant.com/" target="_blank">Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency</a> jeid-4b4972e141a28e408aab908eae28e664

Lead Sound Engineer

Senior House Electrician University Job Title: Theatre Technician 3, Lighting Bargaining Unit: L34 - Local 34 (Yale Union Group) Time Type: Full time Duration Type: Regular Compensation Grade: Labor Grade D Wage Ranges: Click <a href="https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/careers/wage-ranges" target="_blank">here</a> to see our Wage Ranges Work Location: Central Campus Worksite Address: 222 York Street New Haven, CT 06511 Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day) Searchable Job Family: Museum/Curatorial Total # of Hours to be Works: 37.5 Position Focus: Executes lighting design for theatre productions. Carries out duties while exercising a high degree of autonomy and discretion, maintaining high standards for safety and craftsmanship. Handles and moves lighting equipment. Essential Duties: 1. Serves as liaison between Master Electrician, Designer and electrics department to provide and obtain information necessary to execute designs. 2. Oversees Light Board Operator and/or programmer for productions. Trains crew in operation of light board, follow spot, and special effects. Supervises appropriate personnel. 3. Reads, interprets, and executes light plots. Reviews light plots with appropriate personnel. 4. Uses a variety of complex tools, processes, materials, and equipment in completing assigned projects. 5. Assists at load-in, notes sessions, technical rehearsals, and strike of productions. 6. Participates in provision and implementation of overhead rigging for lighting equipment. 7. Develops and assists with implementation of special lighting effects. 8. Serves as Senior Head Electrician for outside organizations or special events using theater's venues, as assigned. 9. Oversees and participates in the maintenance and repair of electrics shop, tools, equipment, and associated financial paperwork. 10. Transports equipment. 11. In conjunction with appropriate personnel, maintains the safety and efficiency of lighting storage and workspaces. 12. Attends appropriate meetings. 13. Assists related departments in load-in, notes sessions, technical rehearsals, and strike of productions. 14. Works occasional nights, weekends and holidays. 15. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: 1. Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate's degree; or little or no work experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education. 2. Professional or graduate-level experience as a theatrical lighting electrician. Required Skill/Ability 1: Mastery of Electronic Theatre Control (ETC) control platforms and equipment. Strongly demonstrated knowledge of current Light wright system. Working knowledge of Vectorworks software. Required Skill/Ability 2: Strongly demonstrated knowledge of theory and techniques in theatrical lighting products, design, special effects, and programming, maintenance and repair of moving lights and LED units. Demonstrated knowledge of national/local electric codes, electrical theory and application. Required Skill/Ability 3: Strongly demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively w/faculty, staff, students, interns, guest artists and other professionals representing a wide diversity of personalities. Required Skill/Ability 4: Demonstrated ability to guide, advise, mentor, and lead students and staff in a professional setting, to work independently and in a team setting; to multi-task and prioritize. Required Skill/Ability 5: Knowledge of job-related health/safety issues and ability to identify potential hazards. Preferred: Working knowledge of AutoCAD. Current ESTA electrics certification. Valid drivers' license and ability to drive cargo van and departmental truck. Knowledge of Strand Lighting control platforms. Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: Drug Screen: No Health Screening: NoSelected incumbent must have successful completion of a DMV check and a valid driver’s license. Background Check Requirements: All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit "Learn about background checks" under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It's Your Yale website. COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement: Posting Disclaimer: The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. To apply, visit <a href="https://apptrkr.com/6251587" target="_blank">https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/home/HomeWithPreLoad?partnerid=25053&amp;siteid=5248&amp;PageType=JobDetails&amp;jobid=1597553</a> Yale is a tobacco-free campus. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. <a href="https://www.jobelephant.com/" target="_blank">Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency</a> jeid-ba4ef8ccfd09844dbeceb5d04f5f68b2

Senior House Electrician

The News &amp; Content unit of the University of Virginia’s <a href="https://communications.virginia.edu/" target="_blank">Office of Communications</a> seeks a Senior Editor to help us tell the dynamic story of UVA and to advance its strategic priorities through content that engages with and grows a multitude of audiences.
This position would be ideal for a seasoned, mature editor at a daily newspaper, magazine or online publication with significant deadline experience and a track record of working with writers to generate compelling stories and improve copy.
The Senior Editor, reporting to the UVA Today Managing Editor, will oversee several direct reports; edit copy for grammar, accuracy, and adherence to Associated Press and local style; and research and write stories as needed. The ideal candidate will be a sharp-eyed, detail-focused journalist who efficiently shepherds daily stories through the editing process while also taking the time to help writers improve their craft. He or she will be attuned to news and current events and be able to quickly identify opportunities to showcase UVA’s students, faculty and staff in the context of the day’s key stories and issues.
Our Content &amp; News team operates a high-quality newsroom that values timeliness and urgency in its content, and collaborates to produce one of higher education’s most successful news products, and the most important strategic communications platform at the University. The <a href="https://news.virginia.edu/" target="_blank">UVA Today</a> Daily Report is delivered Monday through Friday to more than 150,000 recipients, and our UVA Today content attracts more than &nbsp;5 million page views annually.
This is a fast-paced and fun work environment, which provides adequate resources to tell stories that affect people’s lives. It is an enormous opportunity for someone to pursue their journalistic passions while serving an institution committed to serving the greater good. The successful candidate will bring appropriate skills and experience, as well as a comfort with operating in a dynamic environment with the lively character of a daily news operation.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Edit daily stories for the University’s news outlets to ensure UVA Today’s writing is concise, compelling, and accurate.</li>
<li>Supervise and coach writers.</li>
<li>Assist in story planning so content aligns with and advances UVA’s strategic priorities.</li>
<li>Collaborate with University News &amp; Content colleagues to ensure that storylines selected for emphasis get maximum exposure through the platforms and products managed in University Communications, including social media, digital marketing, and paid content.</li>
<li>Foster productive working relationships with sources across Grounds for coordination, story mining and proactive media relations.</li>
<li>Track owned and earned media progress and measure success using metrics gathered by tools such as Google Data Studio, Parse.ly, etc.</li>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Skills and Competencies:
<ul>
<li>Exceptional writing and editing skills.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of AP Style.</li>
<li>Outstanding news judgment.</li>
<li>Ability to edit quickly and competently.</li>
<li>Ability to help writers translate complex, technical or scientific subject matter into clear language for broad audiences.</li>
<li>Ability to develop and execute earned-media strategies.</li>
<li>Ability to operate effectively in a deadline-driven communications environment.</li>
<li>Interest in and curiosity about current news and events.</li>
<li>Experience or familiarity with modern communications tools such as the Office suite, social media, and analytics tools.</li>
</ul>
Required education:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or related field.</li>
<li>At least five years of relevant professional experience.</li>
</ul>
Preferred experience:
<ul>
<li>Proven ability to collegially work with writers with different experience levels, from student writers to veteran wordsmiths.</li>
<li>At least five years writing and editing a daily news publication, or in a higher education, government agency, private or corporate environment.</li>
<li>Experience successfully pitching content for earned media coverage.</li>
</ul>
Anticipated Hiring Range: $85,000 to $100,000, commensurate with experience.
About University Communications: It is our privilege to tell the remarkable and evolving story of the University of Virginia. We are writers, artists, planners + programmers, strategists, and communicators, proudly celebrating, promoting, and publicizing UVA’s iconic reputation, accomplishments, brand, and history. Visit <a href="https://communications.virginia.edu/" target="_blank">our website</a> to find an overview of our latest work, an introduction to our team, and further communications resources.

Senior Editor, UVA Today

The University of Virginia’s <a href="https://communications.virginia.edu/" target="_blank">Office of Communications</a> seeks an experienced public relations professional to help the institution share its story through effective earned media. The Director of Media Relations will successfully develop a strategy that is derived from <a href="https://strategicplan.virginia.edu/" target="_blank">UVA’s Great and Good 2030</a> plan to drive positive media coverage of institutional news, events, and achievements that reflect the University’s mission and contribution to the Commonwealth, nation, and world. The Director will serve as an important connector between university leaders, academic experts, and public audiences that can be reached through traditional and digital media channels.
Key Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Builds and manages relationships with targeted members of the media primarily at national, regional, and trade media outlets.</li>
<li>Collaborates with communications staff across the University to coordinate and support earned media efforts at the school and unit level in the service of a unified earned media strategy.</li>
<li>Uses media relations software and tools regularly to assess news trends and increase UVA’s share of voice on key topics.</li>
<li>Monitors and analyzes key metrics to determine the reach and effectiveness of university media relations efforts and devises strategies for improvement.</li>
<li>Builds, manages, and maintains print, broadcast and digital media lists based on university priorities and areas of expertise.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Writes and distributes media advisories, press releases and story pitches, and manage media relations software and tools for pitching and placement.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Creates and supervises media opportunities, including press conferences, interviews, and media roundtables, to elevate University voices within timely news topics.</li>
<li>Plays a central role in advancing thought leadership efforts on behalf of senior University leaders, academic experts, and other key officials.</li>
<li>Supports University issues management and crisis response efforts as needed.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Skills and Competencies:
<ul>
<li>Proven track record of successfully pitching content for earned media coverage, with outstanding news judgment.</li>
<li>Ability to engage and work collaboratively across teams and departments, inside and outside the organization.</li>
<li>Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills, public presentation skills.</li>
<li>Ability to operate effectively in a deadline-driven communications environment.</li>
<li>Proficiency with modern communications and analytics tools.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of social and digital marketing landscape.</li>
<li>Discretion to manage confidential and sensitive matters.</li>
</ul>
Required Experience: 
<ul>
<li>Director of Media Relations candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and at least seven years, or master's degree with at least five years, of relevant professional experience.</li>
<li>Senior Director of Media Relations candidates will be distinguished from Director of Media Relations candidates based upon advanced experience and management of complex media relations and PR assignments, including relevant professional experience providing program oversight and progressive contribution to strategic priorities.</li>
</ul>
Anticipated Hiring Range:
<ul>
<li>$100,000 to $122,000, commensurate with experience.</li>
<li>Additional compensation may be considered for Senior Director candidates with advanced experience.</li>
</ul>
About University Communications: It is our privilege to tell the remarkable and evolving story of the University of Virginia. We are writers, artists, strategists, communicators, and brand stewards, proudly celebrating, promoting, and publicizing UVA’s iconic reputation, accomplishments, brand, and history. Visit <a href="https://communications.virginia.edu/" target="_blank">our website</a> to find an overview of our latest work, an introduction to our team, and further communications resources.

Director or Senior Director of Media Relations

St. Charles Community College (SCC) is located in the greater St. Louis Region, one of the fastest growing areas&nbsp;in the state of Missouri. As an employee of SCC, you will join a positive and dynamic team of faculty and staff who are focused on the success of students. We offer a wide range of employee benefits including a comprehensive insurance program, robust retirement plan, generous paid time off programs, and paid&nbsp;holidays. You will share our core values, our beautiful student-centered campus and work among top&nbsp;professionals and educators in the industry.
POSITION SUMMARY&nbsp;St. Charles Community College is seeking an enthusiastic, student-centered Digital Content Specialist to&nbsp;coordinate the writing, training, and collating of various information with college departments for publication&nbsp;to internal and external mediums. The position will serve as project manager for the implementation of a new website.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;• Creation of a college system digital content strategy, including writing content for the&nbsp;college department home pages and managing/updating websites as necessary.
• Coordinates the writing, review, and integration of college documents for various publication and&nbsp;administrative mediums.
• Writing and designing the practical communication elements for use in web,&nbsp;print, and other mediums for all departments. Creates user-guides for faculty and staff for publishing individual SCC web&nbsp;pages.
• Maintains and reviews the accuracy of new and existing documents for internal and external&nbsp;publications for the internet.
• Updates and preserve common elements found on SCC web pages, links, email addresses, phone&nbsp;numbers, and contact information.&nbsp;• Provide general support services, including preparation of various financial and budgetary requests.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE&nbsp;Bachelor's degree or higher in English, journalism, communication, or related field plus three years of&nbsp;experience coordinating or participating in the oversight of a digital content program with experience in&nbsp;Associated Press style writing, or Associates degree plus six years' experience, or High School diploma with&nbsp;nine years of experience or a combination of education and experience.
EXPECTATION AND CORE VALUES&nbsp;Our respectful, inclusive, and empowering work environment celebrates our accomplishments with our&nbsp;commitment to:
• SCC values student success and expects employees to be student-centered.
• SCC values teamwork and expects employees to demonstrate collaborative communication.
• SCC values innovation and encourages responsible risk-taking and create problem-solving.
• SCC values accountability and expects employees to demonstrate excellent customer service and&nbsp;professionalism.
Requires regular and predictable attendance.&nbsp;**Will be subject to a criminal background check.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP&nbsp;Generally, reports to a Director; but may vary upon organizational need
<a href="https://www.stchas.edu/about-scc/administration/board-policies/article-iv/articleiv01policy" target="_blank">St. Charles Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer</a>.

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