Public Affairs Specialist

Birmingham, AL (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableEntry Level1+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the messaging and media-relations track for strategic communications, turning stakeholder research into clear, publish-ready content and guiding clients through interviews, briefings, and crisis responses.

  • Shape messaging across press releases, op-eds, social content, and crisis communications.
  • Coordinate stakeholder mapping, engagement, and outreach to inform strategy and potential issues.
  • Advise on media interactions, prepare clients for interviews, and support event planning as needed.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with NP Strategy client service teams to assist in providing services such as social media, message development, strategic communications, public affairs, media relations, and event planning.
  • Work closely with NP Strategy project leads to serve clients by:
  • Supporting stakeholder mapping, engagement, and outreach
  • Providing insights on political climate and stakeholder sentiment locally and statewide
  • Crafting messaging that aligns with client goals to include press releases, op-eds, social media content, etc.
  • Conducting research for client projects, as assigned
  • Advising clients on effective media interactions, assisting with message development, and preparing them for interviews
  • Supporting crisis and issues management by preparing statements, coordinating responses and providing advice on messaging.
  • Assisting with event planning and coordination

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, political science, or a related field
  • Work experience in communications, social media, PR, public affairs, or related fields
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail
  • Graphic design experience is preferred but not required
  • Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
  • Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a team-oriented environment
  • Demonstrated interest in current events, policy, or media landscapes
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NP Strategy

At NP Strategy, we are a strategic communications firm dedicated to helping clients with their most complex challenges. Our team is comprised of former journalists, media specialists, and industry experts who bring strategic insight and a commitment to every project.What sets us apart? We offer the agility of an agency with the expertise and reach of a national firm. Clients trust us to take a big-picture, long-term approach while executing with speed and strategic focus. We thrive on challenges. Whether it’s crisis management, media relations, public relations, or strategic communications, we combine hands-on experience with expert strategy to deliver meaningful results. Our affiliation with Maynard Nexsen Law Firm strengthens our ability to support clients in complex, high-stakes situations. Let’s connect and explore how we can help you navigate today’s narrative.

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West Columbia, South Carolina, USA