Seek and secure positive news media coverage for the organization
Produce or assist in the creation of products for media and external affairs audiences
Coordinate, book and prepare external spokesperson for interviews
Proactively pitch journalists and respond to media inquiries
Keep abreast of the news cycle to stay current on press opportunities
Design and implement media plans for priority program work
Work with program staff to support media-related requests
Support development of messaging and talking points
Coordinate press events or support press events planning
Maintain key relationships with national media and manage press lists
Monitor media clips and compile and distribute media reports
Liaise with campaign, compliance, and leadership team members

4-5 years of media relations and strategic communications experience
Experience securing positive national press coverage and serving as an on-the-record spokesperson
Hold relationships with journalists and new media outlets
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong writing and copy editing skills
Experience with rapid-response campaign environment
Flexibility, organization, self-motivation
Proficiency in internet-based research, word processing, media monitoring tools, and internal communications platforms like Slack
Project management skills and experience
Spanish speaking skills are a plus

Competitive Pay
Excellent Benefits
Monthly home office subsidy
Internet and phone subsidy of $2,100 annually
Health and wellness subsidy of $900 annually
Strong medical, dental, and vision benefits, free to employees and children of employees
Employer-paid premiums for life insurance
Four weeks accrued paid vacation time per year
18 weeks of paid parental leave
10 days accrued paid sick time prorated
Paid family medical leave
8 staff holidays and 6 floating holidays
5% contribution to 401(k) after six months

Press Secretary

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