K., for a little background about the job. Ruth Lilly, as in Eli Lilly, willed 100 million to the Poetry Foundation. The foundation is just starting to flex its muscle; recently, they held a major awards night at the Millennium Park, the Frank Geary designed facility on the lakeshore.
I'm betting the foundation is going to need management assistance as well as local coordinators very soon. The president of the foundation has an MBA as well as a background in the arts; that's very similar to your resume. The ambitious plans are contained in the NY Times article. I bet you could get an interview, and if you are the right person, and you probably are, your geographical location will matter little.
Seabiscuit proved the power of crossovers between literature and sports and leisure. The author was very ill for many years, and the thoroughbred racing publishers allowed her to file articles at her own pace for years. And then the thoroughbred people gave her the rights to the Red Pollard story, the jockey who rode Seabiscuit most of the time. This connection between literature and sports and leisure will be explored continuously for years to come. I'm thinking of teaching my nephews to write NASCAR poetry. I've been slipping out to points on Lake Erie on weekends, doing research for a historical novel. I've been sending JC tidbits from time to time, backgrounders of sorts. Poor guy is awfully nice to read them, even though I'm spamming him with half-baked literature. I'll probably see you over at Tom's. I've never partied there. Wilbo
THE POETRY FOUNDATION
1030 NORTH CLARK STREET
SUITE 420
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60610
Employment Opportunity
August 2, 2004
Job Title: Media Relations Manager
Summary:
The Media Relations Manager will lead a concerted, professional effort to get poetry into the mainstream media as a way to dramatically expand the presence of poetry in our culture. This effort will result in an enhanced presence of poetry and poetry criticism in each of the major media channels: newspapers, general and special interest magazines, radio, television and film. The Manager will also serve as a key liaison between the Foundation and its external public relations firm for media contacts about the Foundation and its endeavors.
The Foundation:
The Poetry Foundation is an independent literary organization committed to a vigorous presence for poetry in our culture.
It exists to discover and celebrate the best poetry and to place it before the largest possible audience. The Foundation has for over ninety years published the foremost poetry magazine in the country, Poetry. Additionally, the Poetry Foundation sponsors a variety of public programs and educational activities committed to increasing public understanding and enjoyment of the literary arts. The Poetry Foundation is a private, non-profit organization located in Chicago, IL. More information about The Poetry Foundation may be found on its website at www.poetrymagazine.org.
Job Details:
Poetry Selection:
Create and maintain a database of special interest poems for media use
Respond to specific media requests for published poems
Select and promote targeted poetry for publication in specific media channels
Converse easily and knowledgeably about poetry specifically and literature in general
Media Placement:
Responsible for the positive positioning of poetry in the media so that readership is increased
Proactively develop and pitch stories to media to achieve balanced, accurate media coverage; manage stories with potentially negative outcomes; respond promptly to media inquiries and greatly increase poetry coverage by the media
Create and maintain media databases
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with strategic media outlets
Public Relations:
Lead public relations planning with external firm
Serve as key public relations contact
Monitor and evaluate external public relations firm
Job Requirements:
Well-versed in poetry and literature
Extensive knowledge of reporters at local and national media outlets
Ability to accurately handle multiple tasks and simultaneous assignments
Ability to work with limited supervision
Possess tact, diplomacy, positive attitude & negotiation skills
Enjoy working in and contributing to a collegial environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent public spokesperson
Experience with communication research and measurement tools
Journalism experience a plus
Minimum of five years experience in media relations
BA degree
Compensation:
$60,000 - $70,000
Full Time, Exempt
Send Inquiries to:
Beth Adams
1030 North Clark Street
Suite 420
Chicago, IL 60610
or
badams@poetrymagazine.org
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