Public Relations Coordinator at PETA - People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals
Public Relations Coordinator
Fully Remote • PETA
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Objective:
• To advance animal rights by generating media coverage of PETA’s campaigns
• To coordinate outreach and correspondence with media representatives
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Prepare and service news releases and generate media coverage for PETA campaigns
• Research and identify appropriate local and national media outlets and podcasts for placing coverage of PETA’s efforts
• Develop new pitch ideas and ways to revamp news releases and pitches in order to increase media coverage of PETA campaigns
• Represent the organization to the media
• Keep informed about PETA’s work and media coverage
• Keep informed about local and national news stories and track those that are relevant to PETA’s campaigns
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience working in a professional environment
• Minimum of two years of professional working experience in public relations or the media industry
• Willingness and ability to be on call and service rush news releases during weekend and evening hours
• Demonstrated thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and campaigns
• Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Proven ability to take initiative and follow through
• Demonstrated ability to make sound judgments and work independently
• Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven excellent organizational skills
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively to achieve objectives
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Support for PETA’s philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA’s positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
The salary range for this position is $50,003.00 – $67,724.80 annually. The ultimate salary within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work.
A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.
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