Spokesperson

Location:
New York, NY

Division/Dept.:
Communications

Position Summary:
Edison Schools Inc. is seeking a Spokesperson with a commitment to educational issues. This position in charged with delivering our message to the public through earned placement in a wide range of media outlets. Maintaining and enhancing Edison Schools' profile in the media is essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a familiarity with major educational issues and media coverage of those events.

· Plan and manage press and related activities for Edison Schools Inc.
· Develop media relation's strategy.
· Write or edit press releases, op-eds, briefing materials and other press materials and pitch stories to reporters and other members of the media.
· Initiate, develop, and maintain national media contacts for disseminating information.
· Serve as the Edison Schools' spokesperson.
· Work with staff and Edison Schools' leadership to arrange interviews and other public and media appearances.
· Utilize various sources to influence media coverage of Edison Schools and our issues.
· Produce press conferences, and other media events or special projects.
· Serve as primary media contact; respond to media inquiries and liaison between the media and Edison Schools.
· Keep informed of the latest news on educational issues.
· Track coverage of Edison in the news; present results to the leadership team.
· Identify and act on media opportunities.
· Become an integral part of the communications team, pitching in where needed



Special Skills/Experience Required:
· Bachelor's degree in Media, Communications or other related field.
· 5-7 years experience in press or communications positions.
· Experience working with national and local media, particularly political press.
· Extensive network of contacts in print, television, radio and Internet media outlets.
· Experience crafting message and developing media strategies.
· Knowledge of educational issues and an unwavering commitment to the broad range of issues Edison Schools' faces.
· Excellent presentation skill with and a high level of comfort communicating and presenting to executives, corporate clients and the press.
· Ability to multi-task, works well independently and on a team.
· Strong oral and written communication skills.
· Works well in a fast-paced environment, ability to meet strict deadlines under pressure.
· Demonstrated ability to motivate others.
· Travel of up to 50% may be required.

Edison Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.



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