National Conference of State Legislatures is hiring: Multicultural Media Special

$95,180.80 per year ($96,262.40 after six months)

Range: $52,000-$70,000 annually, negotiable based on experience.

Posted February 5, 2025

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Position Overview

Under the direction of the Speaker of the New Jersey General Assembly, the Multicultural Media Specialist serves as a key strategist to help communicate with all communities in one of the most diverse states in the country. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Communications, the chosen candidate will serve as a crucial communicator for a caucus that is leading on issues like affordability for New Jersey families, gun violence prevention, economic development, and pandemic recovery efforts.

Responsibilities

• Implementing a media relations plan for non-English and diverse press that communicates the caucus’ priorities on making the state affordable for working families.
• Identifying key growth communities and the media through which those communities engage with policy makers to develop a communications plan to significantly expand communications outreach to those communities.
• Writing press releases and media advisories.
• Translating press releases and advisories for non-English speaking audiences.
• Ability to shoot and edit video.
• Working with legislative staff to effectively communicate member messages.
• Handling media inquiries and maintaining relationships with reporters.
• Writing and pitching op-eds.
• Planning, pitching and executing press events.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years working in communications with demonstrated experience in dealing with media, public policy, government relations, or other related experience.
• Strong writing skills and a demonstrated ability to translate policy goals into language that members of the public can understand are required.

Industry-leading health, dental and vision plans; 19 vacation days and 15 sick days per year; Enrollment in NJ Public Employees Retirement System, a defined benefit pension and optional 457 plan.

How to Apply

To apply please email a writing sample, cover letter and resume to jlynch@njleg.org.