Novato, California-Media Relations Manager--Fireman's Fund Insurance Company

Media Relations Manager
Employer:
Fireman's Fund Insurance Company
Location: Novato, California 94998 United States
Last Updated: 01/16/2009
Job Type: Employee
Job Status: Full Time

Job Description

MEDIA RELATIONS MANAGER – Novato, CA



Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company is seeking an experienced communications professional for the role of manager, media relations. This person will support the company’s communications as it pertains to its various property and casualty insurance lines. He/she will work with business unit executives and the marketing department in building comprehensive, executable, and measurable PR programs that support the company’s business objectives.



Responsibilities:

* This person is involved in all stages of communications initiatives -- from concept formulation and message development and senior strategic counsel to execution and results-oriented evaluation.
* Candidate should have familiarity with tactics including developing media pitching opportunities, media briefings, and an editorial calendar of story opportunities.
* The manager will write and edit media-related communications materials to include press releases, talking points, fact sheets, questions and answers, media statements and other information to support company news and announcements.
* Acts as a spokesperson to the media when necessary.
* Responds to media inquiries, provides interviews and coaches internal clients and executives as appropriate.
* Handles special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned


Requirements:

* Minimum five years relevant experience in public relations or media relations with demonstrated track record of executing successful media campaigns and events is required.
* Must have particular strength in creative planning and building media relationships.
* Agency and in-house experience preferred.
* Strong organization, leadership and project management skills are required, as well as outstanding communication, writing, editing, and media relations skills. Financial services background required; insurance background preferred.
* Experience working with senior executives preferred.
* Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field required.



Please send your resume, cover letter and writing sample to tbeeson@ffic.com