Media Relations Specialist — Press & Outreach Lead

The Malrite Company; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Malrite Company in Washington, DC seeks a Public Relations Specialist to assist the Director of Media Relations in implementing the PR plan, securing exposure for the International Spy Museum, and promoting its programming and educational mission.

You will respond to media requests, draft press materials, coordinate on-site media events, maintain media contacts and the press room, and support outreach to niche audiences. A BA/BS and 1–2 years PR experience are required.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, English, or related field.
• 1–2 years of media relations/public relations experience.
• Agency, museum, or historic site experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responds promptly to media requests from local, national, and international press.
• Supports planning and execution of broader strategies around Museum announcements.
• Researches and writes press materials including media alerts, press releases, fact sheets, and pitch letters.
• Coordinates on-site filming, interviews, and media events at the Museum.
• Maintains media contact database and PR image library.
• Manages the Press Room on spymuseum.org, updating content for press usability.
• Keeps records of media coverage and prepares reports.
• Supports outreach to niche audiences.
• Assists in award entries and timely submissions.
• Contributes to attendance and revenue goals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Grammar and proofreading

Media monitoring software

Database software

Team collaboration

Multi-tasking

Persuasion

Education

BA/BS degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, English, or related field

Tools

Media monitoring software

PR databases

Job description

The Malrite Company in Washington, DC seeks a Public Relations Specialist to assist the Director of Media Relations in implementing the PR plan, securing exposure for the International Spy Museum, and promoting its programming and educational mission.

You will respond to media requests, draft press materials, coordinate on-site media events, maintain media contacts and the press room, and support outreach to niche audiences. A BA/BS and 1–2 years PR experience are required.