Media Relations Specialist

The Public Interest Network

Media Relations Specialist providing communications support to environmental and consumer advocacy organizations. Responsible for media strategy, writing, and networking to enhance campaigns.

Posted 6/2/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42,000 - $54,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

provide communications support to our network of environmental, health and consumer advocacy organizations
elevate our campaigns and positioning through increased media mentions and more interviews with our leadership and subject matter experts
be the point person for garnering coverage from key journalists for our issues and campaigns
work with other members of the communications team to support connections with media across the country
take ownership of media campaigns from gestation to fruition
develop comprehensive, multifaceted communications strategies for ongoing and new campaigns
write and assist in writing news releases, blogs, position statements and internal memos
edit internal and public-facing writing for consistency, clarity and relevance
build and maintain lists of media contacts
pitch stories to journalists using persuasive writing and speaking skills
recruit and manage interns and potentially oversee junior staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

at least 5 years of experience in public/media relations and/or journalism
preferably experience at a nonprofit or in politics
at least a bachelor’s degree and excellent academic credentials
digitally savvy with Google Suite, Microsoft Office and major social media platforms
must be a concise communicator and can advocate for causes and translate wonky topics into layman’s terms
can write and edit well enough to impress even a veteran journalist
can manage complex projects
goal-driven and results-oriented, lead by example, take initiative and learn from mistakes
can make a two-year commitment to the position.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
time off
a commuter benefit program
a 401(k) plan with employer match
parental leave
long term disability insurance
needs-based student loan assistance
excellent training program
opportunities for advancement

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Hard Skills & Tools

public relationsmedia relationsjournalismwritingeditingcommunications strategyproject managementpersuasive writingcampaign managementcontent creation

Soft Skills

concise communicationadvocacyinitiativegoal-drivenresults-orientedleadershipteam collaborationproblem-solvingadaptabilitymentorship

Certifications

Bachelor's degree