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This role plays a key part in shaping the institution’s public image, generating earned media, and supporting communications during sensitive or high-profile situations. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Communications and does not have supervisory responsibilities.\nThe ideal candidate is a creative, organized, and strategic communicator with strong storytelling instincts and experience in media relations. This position includes public-facing opportunities, serving as a representative of the Newfields brand.\nDetailed Description & Responsibilities\nThe following responsibilities describe the general nature of work for employees in this position, but this is not intended as an exclusive or all-inclusive inventory.\nObjectives of This Role:\nSupport the Assistant Director of Communications and PR Coordinator in executing public relations and public-facing communications strategies \nGrow and maintain brand awareness through earned media coverage and communications efforts\nBuild, nurture, and leverage relationships with media partners\nSupport tracking of PR goals, performance, and related budget considerations\nMedia Relations & Engagement\nWrite and distribute press releases, media alerts, and related materials for exhibitions, programs, and institutional initiatives \nPitch stories to local, regional, national, and trade media \nMaintain and grow relationships with key media contacts \nManage media lists and support targeted outreach strategies \nServe as a spokesperson for Newfields in media interviews when appropriate \nPrepare staff and leadership for media interviews, including talking points and messaging \nHost on-site media, including coordinating film/photography shoots and interviews (including outside regular working hours as needed) \nPlan and execute press events for exhibitions, programs, and announcements \nTrack and report on earned media coverage\nStrategic Communications & Crisis Support\nSupport the development of key messaging and institutional storytelling \nAssist in planning and executing communications strategies aligned with organizational priorities \nSupport crisis and issues management by drafting statements, FAQs, and internal/external communications as needed \nPartner with the Assistant Director of Communications to ensure timely and thoughtful responses during sensitive situations \nProvide input on reputational considerations and messaging approach\nOperations & Internal Collaboration\nManage external vendors or contract support (e.g., media training, PR agencies, specialized counsel) as assigned \nSupport internal communications needs, including drafting messaging for printed and digital materials \nRepresent the department in internal meetings as needed \nCollaborate cross-functionally across the organization to support institutional priorities\nRequired Skills\nStrong ability to prioritize work, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines\nExceptional writing, editing, and storytelling, and public speaking\nHigh attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and consistency\nFlexible, resourceful, and collaborative working style\nAbility to work cross-departmentally in a complex organizational environment\nStrong interpersonal skills and professional judgment in public-facing situations\n Ability to anticipate needs and proactively problem-solve\nEducation and/or Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field\n3-5 years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field\n Experience in a museum, cultural institution, nonprofit, or agency setting preferred\nDemonstrated experience supporting media relations and, ideally, crisis communications\nExcellent written, verbal, and public speaking skills\nExperience working with media monitoring and PR tools (e.g., Muck Rack or similar platforms)\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite\nPhysical Demands of Work Environment\nThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. 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