Public Relations Manager About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope's uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. The successful candidate: Location: Hybrid position* Type: Full-time (40 hours per week) * This position requires occasional onsite work. Responsibilities: * Develop communication strategies and manage execution, including materials development, media outreach, and managing internal project teams. * Manage outside writers in developing draft news releases, by-lined articles, and blog posts. * Lead regular media relations training sessions for high-profile doctors, researchers, and executive leaders. * Develop proactive media relations strategies, cultivate key media relationships, and secure positive press coverage to raise the national and local profile of City of Hope. * Plan, create, and secure approval for a range of written content for online and print publications. * Achieve consensus on messaging by consulting with clinical experts, City of Hope leaders, and members of the Office of Philanthropy. * Craft media materials such as news releases, videos, background information, key messages, media advisories, Q&As, and other tools for marketing new opportunities to the media and the public. Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in journalism or a related field (experience may substitute for minimum education requirements). * Five years of relevant experience in marketing and communications, including 1-2 years in a managerial capacity, with at least one year in healthcare marketing communications. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here. To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.