Communications Specialist: Religious Liberty Storytelling

Becket; Washington (District of Columbia); Híbrido; USD 60.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Top-tier healthcare

Descripción de la vacante

Becket is seeking a Communications Associate to tell the stories behind the nation’s religious liberty cases from its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will be an excellent writer and editor who can translate complex legal issues into lucid, compelling prose for broad audiences.

They will draft press releases, advisories, statements, talking points, social content, and newsletters, coordinate interviews with attorneys and clients, pitch stories to the media, and support Becket’s broader

Formación

• Two years of relevant professional experience in communications, journalism, public relations, media, politics, law, or a related field.
• Exceptional writing ability and professional judgment are essential.
• Ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, accessible messaging.

Responsabilidades

• Drafting and editing press releases, media advisories, statements, talking points, social media content, website copy, op-eds, newsletters, and other communications materials.
• Working with attorneys and clients to develop accurate, accessible case messaging.
• Translating court filings, opinions, and complex legal arguments into clear language for reporters and the public.
• Responding to media inquiries and coordinating interviews, briefings, and other press opportunities.
• Pitching Becket cases, attorneys, clients, and commentary to local and national media.
• Preparing attorneys and clients for interviews and public appearances.
• Managing media scheduling, logistics, follow-up, and internal coordination.
• Monitoring news developments and identifying opportunities to advance Becket’s mission.
• Maintaining media lists, tracking coverage, and helping evaluate reach and effectiveness of Becket’s communications.
• Supporting broader communications strategy surrounding litigation, public events, and institutional initiatives.

Conocimientos

Writing

Editing

Media relations

Communications strategy

News judgment

Descripción del empleo

Becket is seeking a Communications Associate to tell the stories behind the nation’s religious liberty cases from its Washington, DC office. The ideal candidate will be an excellent writer and editor who can translate complex legal issues into lucid, compelling prose for broad audiences.

They will draft press releases, advisories, statements, talking points, social content, and newsletters, coordinate interviews with attorneys and clients, pitch stories to the media, and support Becket’s broader