Hybrid Media Relations Coordinator

careers-brookings; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookings Institution in Washington, DC, is seeking a Media Relations Coordinator to support earned media efforts and connect Brookings research with media audiences. The role involves administrative and logistical support, journalist engagement, and maintaining media systems.

The position combines in-person office work with remote work options, reflecting Brookings’ commitment to flexible, hybrid collaboration. A background in communications and a passion for public policy are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public policy, political science, international relations, marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum one to three years of professional experience in communications, journalism, media relations, public affairs, public policy, government communications, nonprofit communications, or a related field.
• Experience with Meltwater or similar media monitoring and outreach platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support earned media efforts by connecting Brookings research, experts, events, and priorities with media audiences.
• Provide administrative, logistical, and communications support for media outreach, journalist engagement, media monitoring, reporting, and scholar visibility efforts.
• Maintain systems, data, and workflows that underpin the media relations function; ensure timely responses to inquiries and accurate records.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Research skills

MS Office

Meltwater

Public policy interest

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications / journalism / public policy

Tools

Meltwater

Job description

Brookings Institution in Washington, DC, is seeking a Media Relations Coordinator to support earned media efforts and connect Brookings research with media audiences. The role involves administrative and logistical support, journalist engagement, and maintaining media systems.

The position combines in-person office work with remote work options, reflecting Brookings’ commitment to flexible, hybrid collaboration. A background in communications and a passion for public policy are essential.