Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications · 1 month ago
Public Affairs & Media Relations Expert
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$95K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expRH Strategic is a well-established public relations agency seeking a public affairs and media relations expert to join their team. The role involves creating and executing communications strategies, managing client relationships, and leading media engagement campaigns across various sectors including technology and healthcare.
Public Relations
Responsibilities
Creating and executing public affairs communications strategies and campaigns to meet client media objectives
Supporting account teams through project management, research, reporting, and media targeting
Building relationships with reporters, pitching stories, and securing media coverage
Monitoring news cycles and generating creative media angles for clients
Managing day-to-day client relationships, ensuring strategies align with business goals and acting as a strategic communications advisor
Leading the development and execution of public affairs and media engagement campaigns across earned, owned, and digital media
Drafting and editing press releases, blog posts, bylines, pitches, and client communications
Supporting account teams through project management, research, reporting, and media targeting
Mentoring junior staff and shaping their professional growth
Qualification
Required
5–10 years of public affairs, media relations or communications experience, including agency experience
Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work
Strong writing and editing skills, with familiarity in AP Style
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, and media
Creative and critical thinker who can bring fresh ideas to client campaigns
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and energized by variety in your work
Receptive to feedback and committed to continuous learning and growth
Team player who makes projects better through your involvement and is excited to contribute to award-winning work
Preferred
Capitol Hill staff and/or federal agency experience
A passion for storytelling, news, and the evolving media landscape
Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Demonstrated interest in industries like technology, healthcare, cybersecurity, sustainability, or education
Experience in public affairs, communications, or journalism (ranging from mid-level to senior leadership)
Benefits
100% paid base premium for the employee’s medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurances.
$100 per month.
16 days of annual PTO, 12 firm holidays, 1 floating day off, and 1 paid day of service.
401(k) plan with automatic, fully vested match.
Company
Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications
Raffetto Herman Strategic Communications is a PR firm based serving companies in the technology, healthcare & public sector markets.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Bonnie McLaughlin
Vice President
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