What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Relations Specialist position at RLM PR?
Senior Media Relations Specialist (Freelance, Part-time, and Full-time positions available)
Employment type Full-time, Part-Time, Freelance
Pay: $32.50 – 42.50 per hour or salaried (see below; range depending upon experience)
We are looking for a Senior Media Relations Specialist with 5 years of PR experience or comparable experience, either at an agency or on the client side. You have a solid fundamental understanding of media relations, you’re an exceptional verbal and written communicator, you’re digitally savvy, and you’re ready to take your career to the next level. Most importantly, you have reverence for the craft of communications and are ready to be a valued partner in the world our clients are creating.
We will pay $65k-90K depending on several criteria. There is tremendous potential for growth, as we’re rapidly expanding.
Please include your resume, cover letter, salary expectations, and pitch letter samples when you apply.
Applications are kept confidential. RLM is an equal opportunity employer.
Media Relations
- Strong knowledge of media relevant to client’s business
- Proactive media engagement and story-line development
- Strong relationship management with traditional media and influencer targets.
- Ability to secure coverage for each account according to team goals
Writing Proficiency
- Ability to generate releases
- Ability to generate and edit award submissions, fact sheets, backgrounders, biographies, tour reports, briefing books, contributed articles, speaking opportunity abstracts, pitches, Q&As, company memorandum, and general team correspondence, also responsible for their production and assembly
- Professional, articulate, timely, and error-free communications
- Development of consistent, creative, successful pitches
Client Service/Management
- Facilitate media briefings across client accounts and provide feedback to clients and management
- Provide counsel on media opportunities and coverage
- Prepare weekly reports
- Become a go-to resource for clients
RLM Perks Include
- A lot more-than-competitive salary
- Merit-based bonuses and promotions
- Excellent vacation policy including office closure between Christmas and New Years
- Year-Round Summer Fridays
- Hundred Percent Education Reimbursement
- Health Benefits
- Regular team building off-sites
- Extremely supportive, nurturing (fun) environment with opportunities for development and growth—we want you to succeed here!
- Matching IRA funds
- Home setup for these times
Industry
- Public Relations and Communications Services
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Location:
- New York, NY (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $65,000 - $90,000