Media Relations Strategist (Hybrid)

DLA Piper; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Benefits package

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Public Relations) to promote the firm's brand through targeted media relations and public relations efforts. You will collaborate with attorneys and Marketing and Business Development to develop storylines across practice areas and achievements.

The role requires proactive, strategic thinking, excellent writing and relationship-building with journalists, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in PR/Marketing/Communications/Journalism or related field.
• 5 years' experience in Marketing, Public relations, Journalism, or similar field.
• Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communications skills; ability to convey complex concepts clearly and engagingly.

Responsibilities

• Help create and implement comprehensive media relations strategies aligned with firm goals.
• Collaborate with attorneys and Communications, Marketing and Business Development colleagues to develop storylines promoting practice areas and achievements.
• Proactively pitch story ideas, news releases, and commentary to secure media placements.
• Maintain media relationships and stay abreast of changes in media landscape.
• Other duties or projects as assigned.

Skills

Storytelling

Media relations

Story pitching

Writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Organization

Media monitoring

Education

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

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Public Relations) to promote the firm's brand through targeted media relations and public relations efforts. You will collaborate with attorneys and Marketing and Business Development to develop storylines across practice areas and achievements.

The role requires proactive, strategic thinking, excellent writing and relationship-building with journalists, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.