Media Operations Analyst

Socket.dev; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Tampa, FL, seeks a Media Operations Analyst to provide 24/7 strategic media monitoring and real-time analysis for CENTCOM/JOC operations at MacDill AFB. You will rotate between Joint Operations Center watch-stander duties and the Media Operations Desk to deliver timely media products.

The role requires TS/SCI clearance at award, U.S. citizenship, and strong writing skills to craft press materials.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required; fluent English.
• TS/SCI clearance at time of award for JOC watch stands; Secret with TS/SCI eligibility for analysts.
• Minimum five years of experience in public affairs or related field, or a Bachelor's degree.
• Proficiency drafting press releases, talking points, and other media products; familiarity with AP Style and MS Office.
• Ability to work under pressure and interact with senior military and civilian leadership.
• Preferred: military public affairs experience; Master's degree for at least one analyst on the team.

Responsibilities

• Draft, research, and coordinate responses to media inquiries and develop press releases, talking points, and response-to-query products aligned with CENTCOM messaging.
• Conduct real-time monitoring and analysis of global media coverage and identify and assess breaking news affecting CENTCOM.
• Provide rapid-response media analysis and recommended talking points to counter misinformation and disinformation.
• Develop and disseminate Flash Reports within 60 minutes of a significant crisis, attack, or major news story.
• Prepare senior leaders for media engagements and conduct media training and embed coordination.
• Deliver daily media monitoring reports and news clips before 0800 EST and support 24/7 surge operations.

Skills

Public affairs experience

Press releases drafting

Crisis communication

Interagency coordination

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field

Master's degree in Public Affairs or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: (P) MacDill AFB, Florida - Tampa, FL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Position Title: Media Operations Analyst Location: MacDill AFB, FL. Clearance required: TS/SCI required at time of award for standers assigned to the Joint Operations Center; Secret with TS/SCI eligibility for Media Operations Desk analysts. Scope of Work: Provides 24/7 strategic media operations support to CCPA, rotating between Joint Operations Center watch-stander duties and Media Operations Desk engagement to deliver real-time media monitoring and proactive media engagement.

Responsibilities

• Draft, research, and coordinate responses to media inquiries and develop press releases, talking points, and response-to-query products aligned with CENTCOM messaging.
• Conduct real-time monitoring and analysis of global media coverage and identify and assess breaking news affecting CENTCOM.
• Provide rapid-response media analysis and recommended talking points to counter misinformation and disinformation.
• Develop and disseminate Flash Reports within 60 minutes of a significant crisis, attack, or major news story.
• Prepare senior leaders for media engagements and conduct media training and embed coordination.
• Deliver daily media monitoring reports and news clips before 0800 EST and support 24/7 surge operations.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI at time of award for JOC watch standers; Secret with TS/SCI eligibility for Media Operations Desk analysts
• U.S. citizenship; fluent English
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in public affairs, public relations, or corporate communications, or a Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field
• Proficiency crafting press releases, talking points, and other media products; familiarity with AP Style, Microsoft Office, and SharePoint
• Ability to work under pressure and interact confidently with senior military and civilian leadership
• Preferred: military public affairs experience; a Master's degree for at least one analyst on the team