Interim PR & Media Architect for Equity in Education

American Association of University Women; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

American Association of University Women seeks a PR/Media Contractor to amplify AAUW's voice beyond current networks, attract new supporters, and drive proactive storytelling across funding, advocacy, partnerships, and culture. This is a fractional contract (~10–15 hours/week) beginning by November 2026, hybrid with on-site in Washington, D.C.—three days per week.

Responsibilities include developing a year-round press strategy, pitching stories across higher education, politics, business, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PR or communications experience with a demonstrated track record in earned media.
• Deep, existing media relationships across higher education, politics, mainstream business, culture, and entertainment outlets.
• Digital publishing and podcast experience required; higher education media experience preferred.
• Proven experience supporting events and webinars with a focus on audience growth and brand reach expansion.
• Cross-industry PR experience spanning culture, entertainment, and business strongly preferred.
• Collaborative and nimble—ability to work effectively alongside an in-house team with a proactive pitch mentality.

Responsibilities

• Earned Media & Press Strategy: Develop and execute a year-round PR calendar; draft and pitch press releases; proactively pitch stories across higher education, political, business, lifestyle, and culture verticals; and secure coverage in mainstream national and trade outlets. Manage press relationships and media list development on behalf of AAUW.
• Pillar-Specific Storytelling: Support campaigns across four pillars — Higher Education, Political, Business, and Lifestyle/Culture — including development of alumnae media series.
• Executive & Thought Leadership: Position AAUW leadership as voices on equity, higher education, and economic empowerment; secure speaking engagements, podcast interviews, op-ed placements, and awards submissions.
• Events & webinars: Support planning and promotion of AAUW events and webinars, expanding audience engagement.
• Reporting & Infrastructure: Manage media lists and press relationships; deliver monthly coverage reports, KPI tracking, and assets; provide regular syncs with leadership.

Skills

PR experience

Media relations

Digital publishing

Podcast experience

Event support

Job description

American Association of University Women seeks a PR/Media Contractor to amplify AAUW's voice beyond current networks, attract new supporters, and drive proactive storytelling across funding, advocacy, partnerships, and culture. This is a fractional contract (~10–15 hours/week) beginning by November 2026, hybrid with on-site in Washington, D.C.—three days per week.

Responsibilities include developing a year-round press strategy, pitching stories across higher education, politics, business, and