Own the frontline media outreach for nonprofits by watching beats, spotting timely angles, and coordinating on-the-ground opportunities that move coverage and credibility.

News monitoring and beat research: track client and industry stories to feed timely pitches and newsjacking opportunities.
Pitching and drafting: craft pitches, releases, statements, op-eds, and blogs to secure interviews and placements.
Interviews and client engagement: staff reporter interviews, coordinate meetings, and build strong client relationships for ongoing coverage.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Research various media outlets, reporters’ beats and bylines; be the eyes and ears on the ground for “newsjacking” opportunities
Monitor client news and relevant industry news daily
Draft timely media pitches, press releases, press statements, emails, op-eds, blogs and other client-facing communications
Pitch, coordinate and staff interviews with reporters
Participate in client meetings each week by taking notes and playing an administrative role, including developing agendas, sharing client deliverables and more
Develop a rapport with the client and members of their internal team

Requirements

1-2 years of relevant PR experience; this can be inclusive of internships
A genuine passion for public service and a commitment to working with nonprofits and mission-based initiatives
Excellent writing and editing skills
Strong time management and organizational skills
Interest in growing as a PR professional

Preferred

A collaborative and enthusiastic team player!

Benefits

Hybrid workplace environment. Open office space with quiet conference rooms and communal pantry with unlimited snacks, fresh fruit, and gourmet coffee/tea selections
3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) + additional sick/personal days
One week of “Work from Anywhere” + remote work week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
10 paid company holidays
Generous parental leave and paid family leave
Health, dental and vision coverage
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Summer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Health and wellness stipend
Professional development stipend
Company events – Team retreats, offsite events, lunch & learns and social gatherings
A creative, inclusive, and collaborative work environment

The TASC Group

The TASC Group is an independent, award-winning, full service public relations and communications firm. TASC represents nonprofits, advocacy organizations, mission-driven private and public companies, celebrities and athletes and community organizations. TASC also specializes in crisis communications consulting for its clients. TASC focuses on a wide array of public relations work from media placements to traditional communications and new media strategies. Our areas of expertise include advocacy work, programmatic and product launches, red carpet media, editorial board meetings, op-ed placements, social media tactics and strategies, annual gala events, film and book promotions, product placement, campaign rollouts and brand strengthening through media relations outreach and placements.

Founded in 2001

New York, New York, USA

18 employees (4 in marketing)

www.thetascgroup.com

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors

3.8K

Traffic Source Mix

33.1%

Direct

43.9%

Referral

5.7%

Social

15.8%

Paid

1.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~18

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size

4 (22% of company)

Responsibilities

Research various media outlets, reporters’ beats and bylines; be the eyes and ears on the ground for “newsjacking” opportunities
Monitor client news and relevant industry news daily
Draft timely media pitches, press releases, press statements, emails, op-eds, blogs and other client-facing communications
Pitch, coordinate and staff interviews with reporters
Participate in client meetings each week by taking notes and playing an administrative role, including developing agendas, sharing client deliverables and more
Develop a rapport with the client and members of their internal team

Requirements

1-2 years of relevant PR experience; this can be inclusive of internships
A genuine passion for public service and a commitment to working with nonprofits and mission-based initiatives
Excellent writing and editing skills
Strong time management and organizational skills
Interest in growing as a PR professional

Preferred

A collaborative and enthusiastic team player!

Benefits

Hybrid workplace environment. Open office space with quiet conference rooms and communal pantry with unlimited snacks, fresh fruit, and gourmet coffee/tea selections
3 weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) + additional sick/personal days
One week of “Work from Anywhere” + remote work week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
10 paid company holidays
Generous parental leave and paid family leave
Health, dental and vision coverage
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Summer Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Health and wellness stipend
Professional development stipend
Company events – Team retreats, offsite events, lunch & learns and social gatherings
A creative, inclusive, and collaborative work environment