0217 - Community and Media Relations 101

As a city/county clerk, you may be the front line of contact between government and the community. Such contact might involve everyday citizens or media requests. Navigating these interactions can be a delicate process, but also a critical one in the interest of government transparency. In the required course Community and Media Relations, you will learn methods for building a good working relationship with the various media in our jurisdiction with the goal of keeping your public informed about your government. Additionally, you will learn how to appropriately involve media in both daily communications and meetings. Examples of these applications will include virtual meetings, teleconferencing, doodle surveys, and texting/website interactions from constituents.

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

• Georgia Certified Clerk Certificate Program : Required Courses