2024 Call for SMS Media Chair Applications

                                                                 Strategic Management Society
                                                           Call for SMS Media Chair Applications
                                                           Application Deadline: March 31, 2025

The Strategic Management Society invites applications for the role of Media Chair—a volunteer leadership position at the forefront of SMS’s media strategy and outreach efforts. The SMS Media Taskforce was established to address the Society’s needs in areas such as social media, content production, public relations, audience generation, and external outreach. Over the past year, the Taskforce has laid the groundwork for a collaborative structure that leverages volunteer talent to promote SMS’s value and extend its reach.

As part of the ongoing Media Taskforce initiative, this new role reflects SMS’s commitment to enhancing its external visibility, audience engagement, and content development. This is a unique opportunity for an individual passionate about strategic communication and media to drive innovation, build connections, and influence the public presence of SMS.

Position Responsibilities and Expectations

The Media Chair will join the Taskforce and collaborate with the Board of Directors to execute SMS’s media initiatives, managing various workstreams and collaborating with volunteers to create and execute a comprehensive media strategy. This role requires strong leadership skills, strategic vision, and expertise in media and communications. The ideal candidate will be adept at fostering collaboration and driving results in a volunteer-driven environment.

The Media Chair will act as a key liaison, ensuring media initiatives align with the Society’s broader goals and priorities. The Chair will also work with the Media Taskforce to recruit and oversee a team of volunteers with diverse expertise, forming the foundation of the SMS Media Team.

The Media Chair will be responsible for: 

1. Strategic Planning and Implementation: 

• Collaborating with the Media Taskforce to define SMS’s media strategy, including audience segmentation, content priorities, and outreach goals. 
• Presenting regular updates and strategic recommendations to the SMS Board of Directors. 

2. Team Building and Management: 

• Recruiting and leading a team of volunteers with expertise in social media, content production, public relations, and audience generation. 
• Creating an inclusive and collaborative team culture to foster innovation and commitment. 

3. Content Development and Oversight: 

• Ensuring high-quality content production and distribution across SMS platforms. 
• Organizing the vast intellectual content of the SMS, including video abstracts, journal articles and other knowledge-based materials more accessible on the web. 
• Identifying opportunities for external content placement to enhance SMS’s visibility and reputation. 

4. Public Relations and Outreach: 

• Developing campaigns to promote the value of SMS to academic, corporate, and practitioner audiences. 
• Building relationships with media outlets and influencers to amplify the Society’s messaging. 

5. Integration and Coordination: 

• Establishing connections between media initiatives and SMS program areas to maximize synergy. 
• Ensuring alignment with SMS’s overarching mission and activities. 

This is a volunteer leadership position requiring an estimated time commitment of 8-10 hours per month, with occasional additional responsibilities based on project timelines and deliverables. The Media Chair will work closely with the Media Taskforce, SMS Board, and other committees to ensure cohesive efforts. The Chair is expected to bring creative ideas and forward-thinking strategies to advance SMS’s media presence.

Candidates should have the following qualifications:  

• Experience in media strategy, public relations, or communications in an academic setting. 
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, content marketing, and audience engagement techniques. 
• Alignment with SMS’s mission and values. 

Timeline and How to Apply

Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2025. Applications requirements include:  

• A statement of interest from the applicant including their goals for SMS Media Initiatives as well as logistical items including name, full address, email address, and telephone number.  
• A letter from the applicant of up to 800 words summarizing their qualifications relative to the criteria above.  
• Up to three (3) third-party letters of support or recommendation.  
• A current curriculum vitae.  

The SMS Media Chair Search Committee will review nominations, select, and recommend the appointment of the Media Chair no later than Fall 2025. Members of the Search Committee may include current and past members of the SMS Board, SMS Fellows, and current and past Editors of the SMS Journals, among others.  

Contact Information

For questions or additional information, please contact Cobretti Williams, Senior Manager for Publications and Foundation, at sms@strategicmanagement.net.   

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