Media Relations & Data-Driven Communications Contractor (Hybrid)

Central Point Partners; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A communications consultancy in Washington, DC is seeking an External Communications Contractor for a temporary full-time position. The role focuses on media distribution, monitoring, and reporting, requiring 3–5 years of experience in communications or media relations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have strong project management skills, and possess excellent communication abilities. This hybrid position allows for 2 days onsite and 3 days remote work.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience in communications, media, or project management.
• Strong project management skills are necessary to ensure quality and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Upload press releases to news distribution platforms and email services.
• Implement and maintain production workflows for communications content.
• Track and compile media coverage reports using existing tools.
• Generate qualitative and quantitative reports on communications activities.
• Assist with social media initiatives and journalist outreach.

Skills

Project management skills

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Attention to detail

Media relations experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, or public relations

Tools

Email distribution tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

A communications consultancy in Washington, DC is seeking an External Communications Contractor for a temporary full-time position. The role focuses on media distribution, monitoring, and reporting, requiring 3–5 years of experience in communications or media relations. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, have strong project management skills, and possess excellent communication abilities. This hybrid position allows for 2 days onsite and 3 days remote work.