Director of Print and Online Media

Work opportunity: Director of Media

  •   We are looking for a new Director of Media!
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    Job description: The Director of Print and Online Media will be responsible for the Consulate's relationship with various media outlets across NY. Tasks will fall under the Media Department’s goals of monitoring and promoting news.

    Media Department key responsibilities:

    ·         Analyzing media trends and news, and mapping out findings

    ·         Establishing and maintaining contact with reporters and anchors

    ·         Monitoring international news and local news, with a focus on the Middle East

    ·         Generating content for press

    ·         Coordinating Media events

    ·         Setting interviews with Israeli officials and experts

    ·         Organizing briefings for media outlets  

    ·         Preparing press releases and distributing materials for publications

    ·         Promoting the Consulate’s events

    ·         Attending media events

    ·         Updating media database

    ·         Identifying creative media ideas and opportunities

    ·         Writing reports and presentations on key topics explaining media coverage landscape

    Directors’ responsibilities:

    ·         Reaching out to national and local broadcast television, radio, podcast, print and online outlets

    ·         Building relationships with existing and new national and local media outlets

    ·         Regularly updating Spokesperson on domestic news

    ·         Coordinating and reaching out to diverse broadcast outlets

    ·         Keeping in contact with professional journalism organizations

    Qualifications:

    ·         Bachelor's degree

    ·         Knowledgeable about American and Israeli media outlets and trends

    ·         Excellent communication, teamwork, and relationship-building skills

    ·         Strong planning and organizational skills

    ·         At least two years of experience, or equivalent professional background

    ·         Understanding of the Consulate’s jurisdictive states (NY, NJ, OH, DE, PA) is a plus

     

     

    Please note that we cannot accept applications from dual citizens if one of your citizenships is an Israeli citizenship.

    To apply for the position, please send a cover letter, a copy of your CV and two recommendations to Ms. Lyra Sennes; Dcm-Assistant@newyork.mfa.gov.il​