Manager, Media Relations\Editorial Services

Job Title

Manager, Media Relations\Editorial Services

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

College of Arts and Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

$7,500.00 monthly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here’s a Glimpse of the Job

Texas A&M’s College of Arts and Sciences is seeking a Manager for Media Relations and Editorial Services to lead and coordinate the college's editorial content strategy and media relations efforts. This position is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive editorial and media outreach plans that support the college's mission, strategic priorities, and communications objectives. Key responsibilities include managing the editorial calendar, overseeing content development and distribution, coordinating media outreach initiatives, and implementing content strategies that enhance the college's marketing and communications efforts. This position reports directly to the Director of Marketing & Communications.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Develops and executes the College's editorial strategy, maintains the editorial content calendar, monitors media and audience trends, and partners with stakeholders to ensure content aligns with brand standards, organizational priorities, and the college's strategic plan.

• Oversees the creation, review, editing, and distribution of written content and presentations across web, email, social media, and other strategic channels, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with institutional goals.

• Collaborates with university editorial, media, and communications teams to elevate, amplify, and coordinate college content initiatives.

• Develops and executes media relations strategies in partnership with leadership, proactively identifying and pitching stories and earned media opportunities to key audiences.

• Serves as the primary media contact and liaison, managing media inquiries and interview requests and preparing college stakeholders for media engagement opportunities.

• Utilizes media monitoring, distribution, and analytics tools to track media coverage, engagement, performance, and impact, and provides data-driven insights and reporting to leadership.

• Continuously evaluates and improves editorial, media relations, and content distribution strategies and workflows to expand reach and strengthen visibility across local, state, and national audiences.

• Supervises editorial and media relations staff, student workers, interns, and decentralized content contributors by providing leadership, coaching, project oversight, and guidance to ensure alignment with editorial standards and priorities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Five years of related experience in writing and editing, public relations or a similar field.

A well-qualified candidate for this position will also possess:

• Experience in higher education. 

• Demonstrates strong project management proficiency.

• Knowledge and familiarity with AP Style. 

• Leadership and supervisory skills in marketing and/or communication.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

• Ability to present information clearly and concisely.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. 

Salary: $88,000-$90,000 yearly

Schedule: Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.

What you need to do

Apply! Submit a cover letter, CV/Resume to assist us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. 

Why Texas A&M University? 

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.   

The College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart and foundation of Texas A&M University. Our 18 departments and more than 130 academic programs of study offer students the opportunity to pursue an extraordinarily wide range of subjects spanning the natural sciences, humanities, mathematics, social sciences, languages, and life sciences. The college is home to preeminent scholars and researchers, world-class academic programs, and exceptional students eager to learn, discover, and make a difference. The educational experience in Arts and Sciences supports, engages, and inspires students during every step of their academic journey, from choosing to become an Aggie, to launching their successful career. It includes amazing opportunities for participating in cutting-edge research, study abroad experiences, immersive field work with world-renowned experts, and hands-on experiences through internships and professional programs. The College of Arts and Science is home to over 30 centers and institutes as well as many specialized laboratories and active research groups, where innovation by our top researchers continues to lead to groundbreaking discoveries and societal solutions in myriad world-changing areas. Be Here. Be ArtSci. Learn more about us at https://artsci.tamu.edu

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.  

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays  

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month 

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time 

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more  

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee 

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.