Media Relations Strategist — Hybrid & Thought Leadership

Nixon Peabody LLP; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive salary

Job summary

Nixon Peabody LLP seeks a Media Relations Senior Specialist to develop and execute integrated public relations strategies, elevating the firm’s reputation and highlighting attorneys’ notable work across litigation, transactions, pro bono, and firm initiatives. The role blends strategy with hands-on media outreach and content creation.

The position requires 3–5 years in journalism or public relations, with a hybrid work schedule and emphasis on media strategy, outreach, and measurement to

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of journalism and/or public relations experience.
• Experience with social media management encouraged.
• Proficient writing, editing, and proofreading; ability to distill complex details for diverse audiences.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with attorneys and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Cultivates relationships with journalists and pitches story ideas.
• Writes press releases and publishes to the firm’s website.
• Coordinates media training and interview preparation for attorneys.
• Analyzes editorial calendars to identify opportunities for bylined articles and expert sourcing.

Skills

Journalism/PR

Communication skills

Relationship building

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/Marketing/Journalism

Tools

Meltwater

Cision

Muck Rack

Job description

Nixon Peabody LLP seeks a Media Relations Senior Specialist to develop and execute integrated public relations strategies, elevating the firm’s reputation and highlighting attorneys’ notable work across litigation, transactions, pro bono, and firm initiatives. The role blends strategy with hands-on media outreach and content creation.

The position requires 3–5 years in journalism or public relations, with a hybrid work schedule and emphasis on media strategy, outreach, and measurement to