Media Relations Manager

Role Overview

• Securing prestige and attention for our work​—fast
• Crafting and delivering compelling earned media pitches tied to case launches, legal rulings, and other newsworthy developments
• Booking PLF attorneys and other spokespeople for interviews and media appearances
• Monitoring the news cycle to identify opportunities to inject PLF’s work into current events
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with editorial contacts at key media outlets

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in earned media (e.g., pitching, booking, journalism, PR); background in broadcast journalism is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, especially the ability to distill complex ideas into concise, persuasive pitches
• A sharp eye for news and the instincts to act quickly when opportunities arise
• The ability to handle multiple assignments at once, work quickly, and meet deadlines on time
• Familiarity or experience with Agile/Scrum methodology is a plus
• Experience using project management software in a team setting (we use Asana) is a plus

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• Employer-paid retirement savings
• Generous paid leave
• Flextime policies
• Work-life balance