Manager, Communications, Morning Joe, MSNBC

Company Description

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Job Description

The Manager, Communications will support the communication and media relations needs for Morning Joe.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead support under Vice President, MSNBC Communications, by managing press and publicity for Morning Joe and Way Too Early
• Pitch daily show content, write press releases, distribute videos, photos and general press materials
• Help create detailed press plans for Way Too Early, Morning Joe, Know Your Value and Morning Joe specials and events
• Provide strategic media relations for talent
• Maintain and grow detailed communication plans, media list and schedules
• Provide PR support during breaking news situations and specials
• Manager external media relationships and partnerships
• Develop relationships with key media contacts and across NBCU News Group

• This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of 3 days per week.

 Note: This position will require early morning, late night and weekend work.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years relevant media relations and communications experience, news and political experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, Communications, or equivalent
• Excellent news judgement and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience in media/political talent relations
• Willingness to travel and work on weekends
• Ability to work across and balance multiple teams, deadlines, and projects
• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Open to both New York AND Washington, DC locations

Desired Characteristics:

• Experience with politics, news and TV network preferred
• Experience with talent relations
• Proven experience and success communicating with media outlets
• Established ability to think creatively and develop outside of the box solutions
• Passion for politics and news
• Exemplary organization and time management skills

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $85,000-$110,000.

Additional Information

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