Communications Office - main responsibilities

The Communications Office, formerly Public Relations, is responsible for the following:

Media relations – actively promoting the University through liaison with journalists, issuing news releases, identifying experts/spokespeople for television and radio opportunities, and handling media inquiries.

Directory of Experts – a printed and web-based guide for the media on the range of expertise at the University.

Publications – Corporate publications, including Annual Review, Essex Quarterly, Introducing Essex Research and internal news magazine, Wyvern.

What’s On – producing and updating daily the web-based What’s On diary of University events, and issuing the daily e-mail bulletin.

Event management – co-ordinating and providing assistance to departments with the organisation of high-profile University events.

Photography – co-ordinating the provision of a University photographic service.

Monitoring media coverage – media coverage of the University is collated daily in electronic format and in a weekly cuttings service.

Media Training – Practical radio and TV skills training courses are offered in conjunction with Staff Development. The Communications Office offers advice and guidance about media skills on request. Tips for talking to the media.

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Further Information:

About the University
For information about the prospectus, advertising and other University publications, see the Marketing Office website
Colchester Campus guide (shows the physical location of most departments, centres and services)
Guide to room numbering
Directions for travel