Responsibilities

• Develop a press strategy for issues related to their portfolio. Serve as a frontline responder for incoming press requests and connect reporters with relevant staff experts;
• Draft and edit reactive press statements, proactive press releases, media alerts, op-eds and blog posts to support media narratives and organizational storytelling;
• Manage background and prep materials for staffers ahead of interviews, as needed;
• Actively update and manage all media lists and identify new reporters and producers to add to those lists;
• Proactively identify new audiences and the outlets they read and identify new angles for NWLC stories;
• Stay on top of news trends, pop culture moments, and other cultural narratives to tie in NWLC’s issues and garner additional coverage;
• Work closely with the other press team members, the campaigns team and the content team to support overall communications strategy and amplify earned media placements across all available channels.

Requirements

• At least two years of professional experience in media relations, press outreach or strategic communications;
• Excellent writing, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Demonstrated ability to think on your feet and work in breaking news environments;
• Experience working both collaboratively and independently;
• A strong understanding of both the media landscape and press outreach strategies, along with an interest in emerging news outlets and platforms;
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed, work well with competing priorities, and meet deadlines;
• Bachelor’s degree preferred;
• Experience working with media management systems such as Meltwater or Cision;
• Demonstrated commitment to, and passion for, racial and gender justice.

Preferred

• Experience in pitching experts to broadcast network and cable news shows;
• The ability to occasionally work non-traditional hours, as needed, to respond to breaking news;
• Familiarity with congressional/Capitol Hill procedures;

Benefits

• The Center offers a comprehensive benefits package , and four weeks of annual vacation.
• NWLC is based in Washington, D.C. and offers telework options as applicable.