Research and Media Analyst
About The Position
The Mayor’s Office of Research and Media Analysis is responsible for monitoring media coverage related to the city’s policies and operations, and performing research in support of the administration’s broader communications priorities. The Mayor’s Office of Communications is at the heart of our mission to serve, empower, and represent every resident of New York City. We are responsible for coordinating the citywide communications strategy, including messaging from all city agencies. Our goal is to ensure the administration speaks with one voice, effectively and consistently communicating the Mayor's policies and their impact on everyday New Yorkers. The Mayor’s Press Office at City Hall is responsible for media monitoring, responding to media inquiries, preparing senior administration officials for media interviews, and planning media events designed to communicate accurate, timely information to the public.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 1-2+ years of experience.
- Interest in local politics and a passion for New York City.
- Self-motivated to find the latest news.
- Familiarity with the New York City media landscape.
- Strong written communication skills.
- Speedy and accurate typing ability.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Flexible schedule.
- Superior attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with local ties are highly encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Aide press and comms operations with research needs.
- Produce mayoral transcripts, media vetting, and newsletters.
- Fact-check and rapid-response research, including mayoral speeches and responses to breaking news, emerging issues, and claims about the administration.
- Monitor and leverage external research, including polling, academic literature, think-tank reports, media coverage, and external datasets, to strengthen the administration’s understanding of New York City.
- Monitor news sites and social media in real time and disseminate breaking stories.
- Additional research projects in support of short- and long-term communications needs.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid volunteer time
- Professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
