National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) · 1 week ago
Media Relations Associate
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$57K/yr - $57K/yr
2+ years expThe National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is a progressive research organization that partners with social movements to develop strategies for peace, justice, and the environment. They are seeking a Media Relations Associate to help place and track op-eds, support communications work by tracking press coverage, and assist in preparing newsletters.
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Responsibilities
Pitch syndicated op-eds published through IPS’s OtherWords.org service to editors nationwide. (Roughly 50 percent.)
Build, maintain, update, and deploy targeted pitch lists of editors and outlets
Draft pitch notes and assist with developing pitching strategies
Accurately and thoroughly track placements of OtherWords op-eds
Accurately and thoroughly track placements of other IPS media hits and compile monthly internal reports. (Roughly 25 percent.)
Support the communications team in posting content on the IPS website and YouTube or elsewhere as needed. (Roughly 15 percent.)
Help prepare and distribute newsletters. (Roughly 10 percent.)
Qualification
Required
At least 2 years of experience in journalism, communications, public relations, or a related field. (Applicants lacking experience but with a related degree will also be considered if they score well on a skills test.)
Ability to communicate about policy conversationally and persuasively across politically diverse audiences
Familiarity using Excel and/or Google Sheets to compile regular reports
High level of attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Broad knowledge of current events and public policy, especially issues IPS works on and OtherWords publishes on
Commitment to IPS values and mission
Preferred
Editorial experience at a local or student news publication is a plus. If you have prior experience successfully sending pitches or reviewing them for outlets like these, you'll be strongly considered
Familiarity with posting website content on WordPress or another content management system is a plus. So is any experience using EveryAction or a similar email / database system. We'll offer training but some familiarity coming in is helpful
Benefits
Excellent benefits, including generous vacation, 403(b) plan upon hire, fully paid dependent health insurance, fully paid life insurance, fully paid long-term disability, optional short-term disability, direct deposit, and flex time.
Union representation, this job is covered under the terms of a collective bargaining agreement with the Washington-Baltimore News Guild, CWA Local 32035.
Company
National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is an organization of journalists, students and media-related professionals that provides quality programs and services to and advocates on behalf of black journalists worldwide.
11-50 employees
Funding
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