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Job type full-time
Full job description
Position summary the press secretary is the organization’s lead contact for all press and is responsible for developing, implementing, and integrating a broad range of communications and media relations activities supporting naleo educational fund’s mission, vision, and prioritiesThis position will collaborate with and report to the national director of communications and collaborate with the senior policy communications manager, deputy director of digital strategies, and deputy creative directorThe position calls for attentive multitasking in a fast-paced media environment, creative thinking, and an astute understanding of american politics and the policy issues important to naleo educational fundThis is a full-time, non-exempt position, ideally located in los angeles, ca or washington, d.cAdditional locations will be considered on a case-by-case basisAnnual salary is commensurate with experienceWork schedule flexibility is needed to respond to media inquiries and pressing developments in a timely mannerSome travel is required, consistent with public health guidelines and standardsEssential functions
Oversee all aspects of media relations
Serve as a liaison between the organization and the press
Gather information and provide media guidance to the organization from a national media perspective
Leverage existing relationships and cultivate new ones with relevant journalists, editorial boards, and other appropriate outlets to generate broader coverage of naleo educational fund’s activities, mission, and objectives
Build and manage a comprehensive media database
Manage and run the organization’s e-updates via our mail distribution system
Organize media events, including press conferences, briefings, and more
Monitor legislative and public policy issues, which directly affect naleo educational fund and may result in media inquiries
Create and implement media strategies that draw attention to the organization’s policy issue priorities
Seek pro-active media opportunities, including op-ed placements and television spots for naleo educational fund spokespersons
Partner with the senior policy communications manager, deputy director of digital strategies, and deputy creative director to implement strategic content dissemination and digital media assets
Facilitate media interviews with appropriate spokespersons and prepare relevant briefing memoranda, talking points, and other supporting documents
Provide media coaching and interview training to staff, as appropriate
Serve as an organizational spokesperson as needed
Compile media clips and create reports outlining ad value metrics
Adhere to attendance and punctuality standards of the organization
Travel as required, consistent with public health guidelines and standards
Qualifications – knowledge, skills, and abilities
Bachelor’s degree in political science, communications, journalism, english, or related field preferred
Four to seven years of experience in a similar role
Demonstrated media relations background with a minimum of two election cycles of communications experience
Must have active contacts and previous experience working with national reporters
History of developing and executing highly successful public relations strategies and campaigns
Proven track record of securing press in all media (print, radio, television, and social/digital)
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills (writing samples are required)
Ability to understand and synthesize complex policies for reporters and other audiences
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and work well under tight deadlines
Knowledge of cision, mailchimp, microsoft office 360, and other basic computer functions
Knowledge of and experience with digital media (twitter, facebook, youtube, etc.) strategies
Ability to work independently and as a team-player in a fast-paced and changing environment
Must have strong organizational and management skills
Spanish language skills a plus but not required
If a driver, must have a valid driver’s license with proof of automobile insurance coverage
Ability to work respectfully with people from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds
Supportive of the mission and non-partisan philosophy of naleo educational fund
Physical and mental demands the position requires certain physical and mental demands, including the following:
Ability to detect, discern, recognize, and perceive auditory and visual information within normal ranges
Dexterity to read, write, type, operate office equipment such as a computer, printer, telephone, calculator, copier, fax machine, pencils, pens, and stapler
Ability to remain in a stationary position 50 percent of the time
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
Once hired, employees requiring reasonable accommodations to perform the demands of the position should contact human resourcesDisclaimer nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
