Media Relations and Content Manager

American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS)

. Build and maintain ACLS press lists, draft pitches, and support media coverage efforts .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in media relations, content marketing, and editorial processes, with a strong ability to produce engaging content across various platforms. Proficient in managing communications strategies and cultivating relationships with media outlets to enhance organizational visibility.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Media Relations ExperienceContent Marketing SkillsProficient in CisionStrong Writing and Editing SkillsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Content DevelopmentEditorial Calendar ManagementPress Release WritingPhotographyVideo Production BasicsSocial Media Content CreationProject Timeline ManagementMetrics TrackingPitch CraftingCommunity Engagement Tracking

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailAbility to Shift PrioritiesRelationship BuildingEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

CisionWordPressMailchimpSprout SocialMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft TeamsPRNewswireSocial Media PlatformsDSLR CamerasVideo Editing Software

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationPhilanthropyMedia CoverageJournalismEarned Media StrategiesCommunity EngagementMission-DrivenEditorial ProcessesContent MarketingPress Relationships

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

WordPress

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and maintain ACLS press lists, draft pitches, and support media coverage efforts
Track and log ACLS media coverage and mentions
Cultivate relationships with journalists and media outlets
Develop, execute, and refine earned media strategies across higher education, philanthropy, news, policy, culture, and other relevant outlets
Collaborate with program and fundraising teams on earned media strategies
Write, distribute, and manage responses to press releases and targeted pitches through PRNewswire
Monitor editorial calendars for key media targets
Develop op-eds, talking points, briefing documents, and background research
Track and report community engagement metrics for earned media
Identify and write stories about ACLS community members and impact using video, photography, and written formats
Coordinate video shoots with external vendors and develop promotional content
Conduct constituent interviews and create social media cuts
Capture event photography as needed
Write social media content and help implement strategies for Facebook, BlueSky, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn
Oversee monthly community newsletter content and ACLS announcements
Present select projects to staff and leadership
Manage external communications distribution through Mailchimp, social media, and WordPress
Document processes and policies for Cision, media outreach, and content development
Provide general administrative support and other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years experience in media relations communications, content marketing, editorial, or journalism, ideally in a mission-driven or higher education context
Fluent with Cision, WordPress, Mailchimp, Sprout Social, Microsoft Office, and Teams
Strong writing and editing skills
Ability to produce clear, concise, accurate, and on-message content across web, social media, print, and other formats
Understanding of news cycles and what makes a story newsworthy
Experience crafting compelling pitches and building press relationships
Ability to produce content quickly and shift priorities in a fast-paced environment
Cross-functional collaboration experience across organizational units, subject-matter experts, and partners
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to build, track, and adjust cross-departmental project timelines and meet deadlines
Ability to build and refine communications processes and systems
Experience using DSLR cameras and capturing basic event photography
Familiarity with video production basics and working with photo and video vendors
Hybrid work schedule; must live within commuting distance of New York City

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Accidental death and disability insurance
Generous time off benefits
Retirement savings plan, including employer contributions
Professional development support