Senior Manager, Public Relations

$95,000 - $115,000/Yr

McGraw-Hill - Columbus, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Columbus, OH

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Senior Manager, Public Relations at McGraw Hill plays a crucial role in enhancing the company's brand through strategic public relations campaigns and communications efforts. This position involves leading PR initiatives that align with business goals, fostering relationships with media, and serving as a key contact for reporters. The role requires a creative storyteller who collaborates with various stakeholders to effectively communicate McGraw Hill's narrative and strengthen its position as a leader in global education.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of PR campaigns and strategies to improve company perception as a digital leader in global education.
• Develop and nurture relationships with journalists and manage day-to-day interactions on behalf of McGraw Hill.
• Write and edit press communications, including press releases and media pitches.
• Leverage media monitoring tools to measure and report on the impact of PR efforts.
• Develop talking points and briefing materials for senior leaders preparing for media interviews.
• Stay informed about media coverage and seek new opportunities to tell the McGraw Hill story.
• Manage the distribution of daily media digests and weekly news round-ups for the Corporate Communications team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 6-8 years of work experience in communications, PR, or journalism.
• Organized and detail-oriented project manager with a strong interest in media evolution.
• Experience working with top-tier media covering education is a plus.
• Comfortable interacting with journalists and speaking on behalf of the company.
• Ability to partner and coach senior executives and thought leaders.
• Interest in using data to inform and optimize PR strategies.
• Excellent writing, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment and adapt to change.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in education-related public relations or journalism.
• Familiarity with media monitoring tools and performance measurement.

Benefits

• Annual bonus plan
• Full range of medical benefits
• Collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth