Hybrid Press Secretary: Shape Economic Narrative

The-Groundwork-Collaborativ; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Groundwork Collaborative is seeking an experienced Press Secretary to lead the organization’s media outreach and press strategy. You will coordinate media relations, shape rollout plans for research and announcements, and craft statements for press audiences while advising on issue campaigns and economic messaging.

You will promote leadership thought leadership, pitch experts as spokespeople, and maintain journalist relationships across traditional and new media to position Groundwork as a

Qualifications

• Seasoned communications professional with a track record of high-level media coverage.
• Exceptional writer and editor with ability to translate economic research into news moments.
• Deep engagement with a broad range of media and quick shift in strategy.

Responsibilities

• Drive Groundwork's press strategy and day-to-day media operations.
• Develop and execute proactive media outreach aligning with research and policy.
• Pitch stories, respond to inquiries, and draft media materials for press audiences.
• Build relationships with journalists, editors, producers, and bookers.

Skills

Press outreach

Media relations

Policy understanding

Strategic thinker

Strong writing

Story pitching

Editorial strategy

Job description

Groundwork Collaborative is seeking an experienced Press Secretary to lead the organization’s media outreach and press strategy. You will coordinate media relations, shape rollout plans for research and announcements, and craft statements for press audiences while advising on issue campaigns and economic messaging.

You will promote leadership thought leadership, pitch experts as spokespeople, and maintain journalist relationships across traditional and new media to position Groundwork as a