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Director, Communication and Media Relations Job at Alliance College-Ready Public

Director, Communication and Media Relations Job at Alliance College-Ready Public

MediabistroLos Angeles, CA, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Director, Communication and Media Relations

About Alliance College-ready Public Schools

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing, middle and high schools that educate nearly 13,000 scholars who make up the heart of Los Angeles’ Latinx, Black, and recent immigrant communities. Alliance schools have been recognized as among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, the U.S. Department of Education, and the California Department of Education. Since opening our first school in 2004, 95% of Alliance scholars have graduated from high school. We strive to uplift our scholars and their communities by fostering unparalleled educational opportunities that encourage scholarly thought, resilient learning, powerful communication, mind-body wellness, and community advocacy.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Vice President overseeing communication, the Director, Communication and Media Relations helps to set and is responsible for leading the strategy for all internal communication (CEO messages, staff newsletters, intranet, crisis communication, etc.) and external communication (media pitches, press statements, public interviews, etc.) to ensure messages and collateral consistently articulate Alliance's mission, and preserves and builds our reputation at all times.

Essential Responsibilities

Project Management

  • Help to develop and drive Alliance’s internal and external communication strategy.
  • Utilizing data to make informed decisions around strategy, implementation, process improvements, etc.
  • Designing, building, and rolling out systems to align work across team functions to strengthen project management and execution.

Internal Communication

  • Oversee the Weekly Digest and other internal communication channels.
  • Maintain clear channels of communication with stakeholders, inclusive of Alliance’s CEO, for approval of various internal communications.
  • Develop new strategies and structures for increasing internal communication efforts to drive stronger engagement across platforms.

    • External Communication

  • Support in the writing of press releases, the Monthly Digest, and other external communication.
  • Develop media lists and maintain relationships with reporters.
  • Serve as Alliance’s communication spokesperson, being the main point of contact for media inquiries.

    • Data Analysis

  • Analyze and leverage data across various communication platforms aimed at achieving communication KPIs.

    • Team Engagement

  • Supervise and support the Manager, Communication, and provide creative direction and development opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the Vice President, Communication and Advocacy, and other Strategy & Innovation team members on projects.

    • THE IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

    Work Values

  • Commitment to Alliance’s vision, mission, and core values.
  • Willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of the team.

    • Education and Media Experience

  • School-based experience, either in the K-12 or higher education space.
  • Knowledge of urban school systems, school environments, and school culture.

    • Communication, Analytical, and Management Skills

  • Ability to convey information in writing and verbally to a variety of audiences.
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, and experience managing complex projects with competing priorities and multiple deadlines.

    • Minimum Qualifications

  • At least 4 years of progressive professional work experience in communication, marketing, or media relations, and a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in communication, journalism, PR, media studies, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
  • OR at least 6 years of progressive professional work experience in communication, marketing, or media relations, and a high school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED).

    • WORK LOCATION

    This position is remote and will work virtually in the greater Los Angeles area, with travel to school sites once public health conditions allow.

    Benefits

    In alignment with our commitment to equity for our scholars, Alliance is committed to equity and transparency for our team and offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience as well as generous retirement and health benefits.

    Compensation

    $100,000.00 - $140,500.00.

    DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

    Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, anti-racist, pro-Black community that celebrates diversity, equity, and the unique identities of all scholars and staff.

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