Manage and develop strong, productive relationships with the media Secure media print interviews and appearances on radio and TV news programs Ensure consistent, proactive, and responsive engagement with the media Coordinate and execute earned media campaigns that advance ADF's mission Coordinate media events Prepare principals and clients for and staff media interviews Assist with developing key messages, potential media questions and answers, fact sheets, news releases, and Op-Eds Conduct medi... more details
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Media Relations Specialist
Alliance Defending Freedom is looking for a Media Relations Specialist to join us in our Washington, D.C. office. As a Media Relations Specialist, you are a vital part of the Media Team. In this role, you will report to the Director of Media Relations. You are responsible for executing paid and earned media campaigns and engagement and managing a portfolio within ADF’s Media Relations Team.
Your Essential Responsibilities:
- Manage and develop strong, productive relationships with the media
- Secure media print interviews and appearances on radio and TV news programs
- Ensure consistent, proactive, and responsive engagement with the media
- Coordinate and execute earned media campaigns that advance ADF’s mission
- Coordinate media events
- Prepare principals and clients for and staff media interviews
- Assist with developing key messages, potential media questions and answers, fact sheets, news releases, and Op-Eds
- Conduct media training for attorneys and clients
- Build and strengthen relationships with media-relations counterparts from allied organizations
Other Responsibilities (Non-Essential):
- Contribute to social media engagement efforts
- Perform other duties or special projects as assigned
Skills you need to succeed:
Knowledge of:
- Constitutional Law and media relations
- Media relations management applications
Demonstrated proficiency in:
- Record of success in media relations positions
- Writing and editing materials according to AP Style
- Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
- Organizational and administrative skills, attention to detail
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to:
- Work effectively with cross-team counterparts on multi-disciplinary projects
- Be responsible, flexible, and work well in stressful, fluid environments
Experience/Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or similar academic field preferred
- 2+ Years of experience in Media Relations
To complete your application, please attach a writing sample within your application.
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COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PACKAGE, TOO?
We have it! Alliance Defending Freedom offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes major medical insurance, dental care, medical and dependent care reimbursement, paid disability, long-term care insurance, and life insurance. We also offer a 401(k) plan with a generous company match. Work and life balance is important to the well-being of our team members. You will receive paid time off (PTO) that starts accruing from your hire date and 11 paid holidays per year.
