Specialist, Media Relations

Alexandria, VA (Hybrid)

$70K/yr – $85K/yrMid LevelFull time

Posted 5 months ago

Job Summary

Drive SHRM's media relations by crafting pitches and messaging while building reporter relationships.

  • Lead writing and editing of media materials
  • Must-have: 3-5 years in media relations or as a member of the media
  • Standout: Ability to align messaging with SHRM research and create media opportunities

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead writing and editing of compelling media-related materials including, but not limited to, pitches, messaging, press releases, media advisories, statements, op-eds ...
  • Build and maintain close relationships with a range of relevant reporters, editors, and producers, understanding their evolving interests and informational needs to ...
  • Identify actionable trends from the news cycle and ensure accurate representation of SHRM messaging and research. Develop media opportunities around SHRM ...
  • Propose new strategies and tactics to enhance SHRM's media profile.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience.
  • 3-5 years of progressively complex experience in media relations or as a member of the media. Policy media experience is a plus.
  • Extensive knowledge of effective media strategies and planning; experience working in the news industry is a plus. Ability to interact in a positive manner with ...
  • Eager to work in a fast-paced environment and able to manage a diverse workload with competing deadlines. Able to write strong, succinct copy that requires ...
  • Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations. Work is generally done sitting, talking, hearing, and typing. Visual acuity to use ...
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Utah SHRM

The Utah Human Resources State Council (Utah SHRM) exists to serve the community, the needs of HR professionals, the leaders and volunteers of local SHRM chapters, and to advance the interests of the HR profession.

North Salt Lake, Utah, USA
8 employees (2 in marketing)

Salaries

Posted range

$70K/yr – $85K/yr

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Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
1 (13% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
3

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$98.6K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
43.9%
Direct
46.8%
Referral
6.8%
Social
1.3%
Paid
1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~8
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Specialist, Media Relations

Utah SHRM · Alexandria, VA · Hybrid