Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining media lists and journalist contact information
• Researching reporters and news outlets covering ACT’s policy and industry issues
• Assisting with media outreach, including drafting pitches, press releases, and media advisories
• Following up with reporters as appropriate
• Monitoring daily news coverage and identifying relevant stories and media opportunities
• Using Meltwater to track coverage and prepare media reports and summaries
• Responding to incoming press calls and emails, and directing inquiries to the appropriate staff member
• Drafting talking points, fact sheets, and other communications materials
• Assisting with press conferences, briefings, and other media events, including RSVPs, credentialing, event materials, and on-site support
• Researching news trends and coverage of issues relevant to the organization

Requirements

• 2-4 years of experience in media relations, public relations, journalism, or a related field
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail
• Familiarity with the news media and an interest in understanding how stories are developed and covered
• Strong research and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently while taking direction from senior staff
• Ability to learn new communications and media monitoring tools
• Experience with Meltwater or a similar media monitoring or CRM platform is preferred but not required
• An interest in technology policy and the small businesses that drive the app economy

Preferred

• Previous experience in a newsroom, public relations agency, congressional office, or political campaign
• Experience supporting a press event or working with a spokesperson
• Experience with Meltwater or a similar media monitoring or CRM platform is preferred but not required
• An interest in technology policy and the small businesses that drive the app economy
• Washington, D.C.-area communications experience is preferred but not required

Benefits

• The complete benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, commuter benefits, cell phone, and home internet reimbursement.