The American Society for Quality (ASQ), www.asq.org, with national headquarters in Milwaukee, Wis., is seeking a media relations administrator to support ASQ’s overall media relations efforts. This individual would report to the senior manager, communications. The media relations administrator functions as the primary media contact for assigned ASQ market segments; develops and executes media relations plans for the Society’s activities in keeping with the strategic plan; pitches story ideas for placement with national and international media by working with officers, directors, board members, and other member leaders; develops and distributes news releases, pitch letters, fact sheets, press kits and other publicity copy; oversees development and maintenance of media lists and monthly clip reports; performs other duties as assigned.
Strong proactive media relations/pitching proficiency required. Must possess excellent communication, writing, and editing skills; initiative; multi-task oriented with strong organization and time management skills; the ability to interface on a daily basis with members, member leadership, senior staff, and managers of Society’s business groups as well as outside contractors. A bachelor’s degree in mass communications, public relations, journalism or similar discipline is required. A minimum of three to four years experience in media contact, and article writing and editing within a corporation, agency, association, or the media is required. To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to MaryBeth Beuchel, ASQ Human Resources, at mbuechel@asq.org.
