Better Markets · 5 days ago
Press Secretary
District of Columbia, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expBetter Markets is a high-profile economic and financial reform advocacy organization seeking an experienced communications professional to manage their communications operations. The Press Secretary will develop and implement a media relations plan, engage with media, and support the organization's messaging on economic and financial reform issues.
Financial ServicesFinTechNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Natalie Shotts
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Communications Director on day-to-day media outreach
Proactively, creatively, and quickly identify and respond to breaking and daily news where Better Markets can impact the news story, public debate, regulator deliberations, and policy decisions
Proactively pitching print, TV, radio, etc., stories, and monitoring the news as it relates to economics, finance, financial reform, and Better Markets’ work
Respond to media inquiries and draft/edit press releases, media advisories, articles, opinion pieces, newsletters, and blog posts, and social media channels
Support Better Markets spokespersons through the total lifecycle of media engagement opportunities, including pitch/inquiry, scheduling, interview preparation, and follow-up
Cultivate and expand Better Markets’ extensive media relationships, including digital media outlets and professionals
Track media mentions and accomplishments and measure the effectiveness of activities and efforts
Maintain and update media distribution lists
Assist with drafting press releases, statements, and talking points
Integrate the organization’s communications strategy across all digital platforms, including Better Markets’ website and social media accounts
Be available after business hours, as needed, to keep pace with the busy news cycle
Qualification
Required
Minimum of five years of experience working with media and a demonstrated record of building productive relationships with reporters and producers
Superior attention to detail, organization, and accuracy; ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities and deadlines
Exceptional writing skills, including the ability to make complex subjects understandable and craft nuanced messaging
Strong oral communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal (“people”) skills; obsessively detail-oriented
Ability to think creatively about how to effectively engage the media, the general public, and the legislative, regulatory, and policy community
Demonstrated initiative, creative problem-solving, ability to work independently, and a track record of fostering a collegial work environment
Tech-savvy, with hands-on experience using social media platforms, digital PR tools, and basic website posting; familiarity with contact database management
Preferred
Existing relationships with national reporters and/or on-the-record media experience
Experience with Cision, WordPress, or comparable tools
Prior experience working on Capitol Hill, including in a Senate or House office
Familiarity with economic, financial, or banking policy matters (including the Dodd-Frank Act) or with policy-centered nonprofit organizations
Benefits
No-monthly-contribution health insurance (dental and vision included)
Short- and long-term disability
A 401(k) plan with a 5% annual employer contribution
Tax-deferred flexible spending accounts
Vacation and sick leave
Family leave
A monthly home office allowance
Commuter benefits
Company
Better Markets
Better Markets is a non-profit, non-partisan and independent organization to promote the public interest in the financial markets.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Dennis Kelleher
President and CEO
Recent News
2025-10-29
2025-09-26
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