SPOTLIGHT PR LLC is hiring: Media Relations Specialist in Columbus

Spotlight PR LLC is a public relations firm servicing entrepreneurs, executives and organizations committed to social and racial justice. We believe good people doing good work deserve high-quality public relations support. Established in 2016, Spotlight PR LLC services clients across the country. We help our clients build their platforms and protect their brands.

We are seeking a full-time media relations specialist who will work from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday in the Columbus, Ohio area. This position will pitch our clients to national and state-based media, develop communications collateral, manage client relationships and provide other services as directed. The position is responsible for significant writing and editing, and applicants must be polished writers who enjoy the practice. This salaried position is highly visible support key accounts. Some travel is required.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Research reporters and media outlets.

·        Pitch reporters and producers via phone and email.

·        Devote significant time to phone and email outreach to members of the media.

·        Stay abreast of current events, including social justice movements and causes.

·        Monitor the news daily.

·        Monitor social media to determine coverage trends, story ideas and soft pitch opportunities.

·        Write and distribute approved press advisories, press statements, pitch notes and opinion essays.

·        Craft one blog post weekly.

·        Post press releases and other communications content to the website as directed.

Basic Qualifications:

·        Interest in social and racial justice movements.

·        Sound judgment.

·        Ability to write well, adhering to English language rules on grammar, syntax and structure.

·        Bachelor's degree preferred or enrolled in a higher education program.

·        Public relations or ad agency experience; or experience working within a communications department of an organization, and/or sales experience.

·        Experience working for a union, political campaign, social justice organization or environmental entity.

·        Ability to develop documents in Word and Excel.

Professional Skills:

·        Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills.

·        Responsive and open to feedback.

·        Self-motivated.

·        Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

·        Ability to track multiple projects and take detailed notes.

·        Solid interpersonal skills including courtesy and professionalism.

·        Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)

Spotlight PR LLC is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. (EOE – Minorities/Females/ Protected Veterans Status/Disability Status/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity). Reasonable Accommodations are available for disabled veterans and applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email press@spotlightpr.org and we will assist you.

The company is not able to offer health insurance or health benefits. The pay range for this position is $55,000 to $60,000 per year. Team members receive two weeks’ vacation per year.

All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. The position is based in Columbus, Ohio.