Media Associate

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Field inquiries from the press and general public by phone and email, efficiently and with a professional demeanor
• Build and maintain press lists
• Edit, format, produce, and distribute press releases through Cision; post releases on NRDC's website
• Pitch stories; follow up with reporters
• Assist with the distribution of blogs, op-eds, editorial board memos, reports, and other communications to the press
• Coordinate TV and radio interviews
• Track and analyze media coverage and compile reports, as well as research on overall media landscape and specific policy issues
• Help draft and circulate summaries of weekly press hits
• Schedule and facilitate meetings
• Provide coverage for other associates when needed
• Provide general administrative support for federal communications team, including recording meeting notes, setting up group calls, and coordinating catering
• Schedule meetings and conference calls
• Complete monthly expense reports on behalf of communications staff members
• Arrange travel as needed
• Process invoices
• Manage budgets and update budget trackers
• Develop contracts and license agreements

Requirements

• Commitment to NRDC's mission and values
• Strong interest in communications, journalism, and/or media relations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• 1 to 3 years of professional or administrative experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills, ability to set priorities, perform undirected work
• Ability to work under deadline pressure handling multiple tasks accurately, with composure, and according to procedure
• Willingness and availability to do occasional overtime work
• High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as Google Suite
• Interest in environmental issues and/or social justice advocacy a plus

Nice to Have

• Experience with journalism, media, social media, and/or public relations

Qualifications

• Educational background is not explicitly specified, but implied experience in communications or related fields

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salaries
• Excellent benefits
• Supportive working environment
• Salary range of $68,000 to $75,000
• Hybrid work model requiring in-office presence 8 days per month