[Editors] position available in the News Office

[Myles Crowley, MIT News Office]

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Myles Crowley
MIT News Office

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Title: Communications Assistant
Req Number: mit-00001762
Department: Public Relations Services
Location(s): MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Cambridge MA        
FT/PT: Full Time
Employment / Payroll Category: Support
Work Shift: M-F, 9-5


COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT, News Office, to provide comprehensive 
support to media and public relations staff in fast-paced office. 
Will format and proofread news releases, advisories, and e-mail 
newsletters and assist with distribution to the media, MIT faculty 
and staff, and the general public; assemble press kits and other 
materials; track press coverage of MIT and prepare daily clip package 
for distribution; maintain extensive media contacts and news release 
database, keeping lists up-to-date, tracking reporters' coverage, and 
researching new publications and news outlets; compile customized 
press lists and maintain experts list; respond to e-mail and 
telephone inquiries; serve as third backup to receptionist; provide 
backup and support on major PR campaign and with logistics for MIT 
events; and handle assorted clerical duties, e.g., photocopying, 
collating, faxing, deliveries, etc. There will be some opportunities 
for pitching the media.

REQUIREMENTS: two years' office experience; excellent interpersonal 
and communications skills, including ability to interact with staff, 
high-level faculty, and the media; excellent writing skills; good 
spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills; and ability to compose 
various types of basic business communications. Seek highly 
organized, energetic, and motivated individual with solid office 
skills and a desire to learn the ropes in public relations and media 
relations. Should enjoy working on a variety of projects, both 
independently and as part of a team in a busy office. Must be 
familiar with FileMaker Pro, able to use a Macintosh computer, and 
fluent with e-mail and the Web. Public relations, media relations, 
and/or communications experience a major plus. Bachelor's degree 
preferred. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required. 
MIT-00001762-5


For more information and to apply go to:
Human Resources at MIT, Job Search / Application Site:
http://sh.webhire.com/Public/631/

MIT is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.
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