Media Relations Manager

Job Summary

A company is looking for a Media Relations Manager to join its Communications team.

Key Responsibilities

• Solicit stories from customers and draft press releases
• Pitch stories to news outlets and support press conferences
• Build and maintain relationships with reporters and public sector customers

Required Qualifications

• 6-8 years of public relations experience, either at an agency or in-house
• Direct experience dealing with reporters is required
• Prior relationships with public sector employees, especially law enforcement, are a plus
• Self-starter mentality with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, sales, or a relevant field is preferred