Media Relations Specialist
CRG
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Falls Church • Virginia • United States
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About the role
- Conduct media relations activities to advance MHS and DHA objectives
- Research, plan, execute, and assess media relations activities
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with headquarters level subject matter experts (SMEs)
- Produce daily media reports for senior leadership
- Identify and pitch complex topics to media outlets
- Plan, execute, and assess media engagements
- Write and coordinate Public Affairs Guidance, press releases, and related materials
- Ensure products comply with AP Style and other requirements
Requirements
- Degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or similar field
- Mastery of the principles, methods, practices, and techniques of communication
- Ability to conduct and/or lead media relations activities related to a variety of topics
- Experience and/or education in identifying, researching, and effectively pitching complicated topics to a variety of outlets
- Experience and/or education in establishing and maintaining relationships with the media
- Experience in planning, executing/facilitating, and assessing media engagements
- Experience in writing and coordinating Public Affairs Guidance, talking points, and related products
- Experience in oral and written communications
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment both independently and as a team
Benefits
- 401(k) and Roth retirement plans
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for employees and families)
- Supplemental Insurance
- 11 Federal Holidays
- At least three weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), including sick and personal leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
media relationspublic affairs guidancepress releasescommunication techniquesmedia engagement planningtopic researchwriting skillsreport productionAP Style compliance
Soft Skills
relationship buildingoral communicationwritten communicationteam collaborationindependencefast-paced environment adaptability