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• Own day-to-day management of incoming press inquiries, exercising sound judgment to ensure timely, accurate, and strategic responses.

• Lead execution of proactive earned media outreach, including developing pitch strategies and cultivating strong, ongoing relationships with reporters.
• Build, refine, and maintain targeted press lists using Cision or other media monitoring tools to support strategic outreach goals.
• Coordinate and manage media requests end to end, including interview scheduling, logistics, and preparation of comprehensive briefing materials for spokespeople.
• Play a central role in planning and executing media events, including press conferences, briefings, and rapid response initiatives.
• Draft and edit press materials, including media advisories, statements, press releases, talking points, and op-eds.
• Drive development and refinement of messaging for legal and policy initiatives in collaboration with the Director of Earned Media and the broader communications team.
• Contribute original content to blog posts and website updates that reinforce earned media narratives and organizational storytelling.
• Partner closely with the digital team to strategically amplify earned media placements across social and web platforms.
• Analyze media performance and emerging trends, offering insights and recommendations to strengthen outreach approaches and messaging.
• Maintain and continuously improve the organization’s media database, press protocols, and documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
• Prepare and brief executive leadership for media interviews by drafting talking points, background materials, and issue-specific guidance.
• Serve as a core contributor to crisis communications and rapid response efforts, supporting timely and coordinated media engagement.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in media relations, press outreach, or strategic communications.
• Strong understanding of the media landscape and experience engaging with journalists.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft compelling media narratives.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Experience with media monitoring tools (e.g., Cision, Meltwater) and knowledge of press outreach strategies.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, particularly in coordinating press logistics and tracking media engagement.
• Self-starter with the ability to take initiative while maintaining collaboration with leadership.

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