Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pacific Legal Foundation is the nation’s first and most successful public interest law firm dedicated to vindicating individual liberty. As the Media Relations Manager, you will be responsible for securing prestige and attention for the organization's work by building relationships with journalists and crafting media pitches.
Responsibilities
- 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—including reporters, producers, and bookers
Skills
- 3+ years of experience in earned media (e.g., pitching, booking, journalism, PR)
- 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
- A team-oriented, can-do attitude, and the willingness to pitch in however needed
- Background in broadcast journalism is a plus
- 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
- Flexible, collaborative, positive, and collegial work culture
- Investing in your future and encourage internal advancement
Company Overview
Pacific Legal Foundation fights for Americans in court against unjust laws and regulations. It was founded in 1973, and is headquartered in Sacramento, California, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://pacificlegal.org.