Media Relations Specialist providing communications support for environmental, health and consumer advocacy organizations. Elevating campaigns through media coverage and collaboration with journalists.
Responsibilities
Take ownership of media campaigns from gestation to fruition
Develop comprehensive, multifaceted communications strategies for ongoing and new campaigns
Write and assist in writing news releases, blogs, position statements and internal memos
Edit internal and public-facing writing for consistency, clarity and relevance
Build and maintain lists of media contacts
Add to network media lists through outreach to journalists across the political spectrum and in a wide array of media including digital media, podcasts, television, radio and print
Pitch stories to journalists using persuasive writing and speaking skills
Match our stories to journalists’ needs
Reach audiences via phone, email and social media and digital platforms
Recruit and manage interns
Potential to oversee junior staff
Provide organizational support as needed to other departments within our network of organizations
Requirements
Preferably have at least 5 years of experience in public/media relations and/or journalism
Experience at a nonprofit or in politics is a plus
Have at least a bachelor’s degree and excellent academic credentials
Can make a two-year commitment to the position
Are a concise communicator who can advocate for causes and translate wonky topics into layman’s terms
Can write and edit well enough to impress even a grizzled, veteran journalist
Can manage complex projects
Are goal-driven and results-oriented, lead by example, take initiative and learn from mistakes
Are digitally savvy with Google Suite, Microsoft Office and major social media platforms and can effectively use spreadsheets, databases and other technology.
Benefits
medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
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