Media Director jobs in Acton, ME

Media Director is responsible for leading a team of Media Planners and Buyers. Oversees research, development, and implementation of media plan. Being a Media Director negotiates client projects and develops client relationships. Ensures client budget and target audience is met. Additionally, Media Director may require a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Typically reports to top management. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Media Relations & University Events
  • University of Maine
  • Augusta, ME FULL_TIME
  • Position Title:
    Director of Media Relations & University Events
    Campus:
    UMA Augusta
    Department:
    President - APRES
    Bargaining Unit:
    UMPSA
    Salary Band/Wage Band:
    4
    Work Schedule:
    Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, evenings and weekends as necessary
    Location:
    Augusta ME
    Statement of Job:

    The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Director of Media Relations & University Events. The Director will increase understanding and appreciation for UMA, its people, scholarship, and thought leadership to constituents within the UMA community and the general public by generating coverage in national, regional, and local media. On behalf of UMA, they will develop strategic relationships, identify opportunities to increase awareness of UMA and generate earned media placement. The Director will also oversee and provide direction for high-visibility events (e.g. Commencement, Convocation, legislature visits, etc.). In collaboration with the Associate Vice President of Strategic Marketing & Communications and the Vice President of Enrollment Management & Marketing, they will develop a media strategy and responses related to crisis communications.

    A full position description can be found here.

    Salary: The hiring salary range for this position is in the low to mid-60s and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

    Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, evenings and weekends as necessary.

    Benefits: The University provides a highly competitive benefits package that includes: holidays, vacation, and sick time; health, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; short and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and their eligible dependents; a 403(b) retirement plan with a 10% university contribution, and more. View our Benefits Information Summary to learn more.

    About the University:

    UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.

    UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the University of Choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

    Qualifications:

    Required Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Media Relations, Public Relations, or a similar field, or an
      equivalent combination of education and/or experience
    • Five to seven years of relevant experience in journalism, media relations, public relations, or a
      similar role
    • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with people of all
      backgrounds
    • Strong written and oral communication skills
    • Experience in event planning, coordination, and budgeting
    • Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and direct multiple projects with varied deadlines
    • Ability to exercise effective judgment in an executive-level administrative role in a dynamic
      environment
    • Strong team player and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with others
    • Demonstrated ability to be proactive and calm under pressure


    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Superior writing, editing, and proofreading skills
    • Three to five years of experience in a higher education setting
    • Superior verbal communication skills
    • Comfortable behind and in front of the camera
    • Prior experience serving on an executive-level team to coordinate the activities of colleagues in support of the chief executive leader and the organization
    • Experience in or knowledge of the nature, operation, and challenges facing public institutions of higher education
    • Demonstrated leadership and managerial skills
    • Strong research, analytical, problem-solving, and planning skills
    Other Information:


    • a cover letter that fully describes your qualifications and experiences with specific reference to the required and preferred qualifications
    • a resume/curriculum vitae
    • contact information for three professional references.


    You will also need to complete the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status form. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa Sponsorship support.

    Review of applications will begin on May 29, 2023. Materials received after May 28, 2023, will be considered at the discretion of the university.

    The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

    In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine at Augusta does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5748 Boudreau Hall, Room 101, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207-581-1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

    Length:
    Fiscal Year (12 Months)
    Required Documents:
    Contact Information for Professional References, Cover Letter, Resume/CV
  • 13 Days Ago

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Sports Sales and Marketing Executive
  • Townsquare Media
  • Portland, ME FULL_TIME
  • Sports Sales and Marketing Executive - Portland, ME WBLM 102.9 and WCYY 94.3/103.7 are not only known for the best Classic and Modern Rock in Northern New England, but we are also the Maine/New Hampsh...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Media Consultant
  • Maine Trust for Local News
  • Norway, ME OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Norway - Norway, ME Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionAre you passionate about media sales and making an impact? Here's your chance to join the Maine Trust for Local News,...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Library Media Specialist (BHS)
  • Biddeford Schools Department
  • Biddeford, ME FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 2487 Position Type: High School Teaching/Teacher - High School Level Date Posted: 5/1/2023 Location: Biddeford High School Biddeford Highschool is seeking: Library Media Specialist (Grades 8-12...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Social Media Manager
  • Marketing
  • Portland, ME FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary: Looking for a talented, intelligent, passionate and driven Social Media to join our team. Under general direction and supervision of the VP of Marketing, he/she will be responsible for ma...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Social Media Specialist
  • Robert Half
  • Grand Prairie, TX OTHER
  • Social Media Specialist – HYBRID!Robert Half, Marketing & Creative is looking for a Social Media Specialist for a contract opportunity onsite Tuesday and Thursdays in the Grand Prairie area. The Socia...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Communications Manager
  • Ravensburger North America, Inc.
  • Portsmouth, NH
  • Ravensburger North America is looking for a knowledgeable and dedicated individual to support all media and communicatio...
  • 5/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Director
  • Advanced Building Products, Inc.
  • Sanford, ME
  • Job Description Job Description We are currently seeking to hire a Sales Director to join our team! This position will b...
  • 5/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Manager Global Communications
  • HAVI
  • Center Strafford, NH
  • Overzicht: HAVI is a global, privately-owned company that connects people with ideas, data with insights, supply with de...
  • 5/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Newscast Director
  • Hearst Television
  • Westbrook, ME
  • Job Description Newscast Director WMTW-TV, the ABC affiliate in Westbrook, Maine has an opening for an experienced and d...
  • 5/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Digital Marketing Manager
  • Robert Half
  • Exeter, NH
  • B2B Hardware company looking for a Digital Marketing Manager (10 person company) Location: Brentwood/Exeter, New Hampshi...
  • 5/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Human Resources
  • KMA Human Resources Consulting
  • South Portland, ME
  • Director of Human Resources / Maine Trust for Local News / Portland, Maine We are working with our client, Maine Trust f...
  • 5/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball
  • University System Of New Hampshire
  • Durham, NH
  • Position Details Summary Operating Title Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball Long Classification Title Athletic Coach I ...
  • 5/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director Business Development
  • Franklin Energy
  • Portsmouth, NH
  • COMPANY Summary As a combined organization, Franklin Energy and AM Conservation Group is undertaking what is perhaps the...
  • 5/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

Acton is a town in York County, Maine, United States. The population was 2,447 at the 2010 census. It includes the villages of Acton, Miller Corner and South Acton. The town is home to the Acton Fairground, which holds the Acton Fair every late summer. It is part of the Portland–South Portland–Biddeford, Maine metropolitan statistical area. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 41.11 square miles (106.47 km2), of which, 37.72 square miles (97.69 km2) of it is land and 3.39 square miles (8.78 km2) is water. Acton is drained by the Little Ossipee River, the M...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Media Director jobs
$141,659 to $185,747
Acton, Maine area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago

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