OCC Media Relations Coordinator — Drive Interviews & Outreach

Samaritan's Purse; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Medical Clinic

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Long-term and Short-term disability

Paid Family Medical Leave

Term Life Insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

10 paid holidays

12 vacation/personal days

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse in Boone, NC is seeking an OCC Media Relations Coordinator who will develop and implement media strategies, coordinate interviews, and provide resources for OCC staff, volunteers, and speakers.

You'll manage media outreach across digital, print, TV and radio, monitor social channels, train volunteers, and organize media assets and reports while upholding the organization's faith-based mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 1–2 years related experience or training
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to write and edit content
• Experience using social media platforms (Instagram, X, Facebook) and coordinating digital outreach
• Ability to coach and train volunteers and staff to speak confidently with media
• 12 credit hours of Biblical Studies required (can be completed after hire)

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships with OCC media relations staff and partners
• Provide traditional media pitching and secure coverage across national outlets
• Arrange media interviews for OCC speakers, volunteers, and staff
• Monitor social media and respond per guidelines
• Coordinate requests for media assets, deliverables, and invoicing
• Organize and maintain media databases, lists, and budgets
• Develop media coverage reports and assist with data requests

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Social media

Media outreach

Coaching volunteers

Education

Bachelor's degree

Biblical Studies credits

Job description

Samaritan's Purse in Boone, NC is seeking an OCC Media Relations Coordinator who will develop and implement media strategies, coordinate interviews, and provide resources for OCC staff, volunteers, and speakers.

You'll manage media outreach across digital, print, TV and radio, monitor social channels, train volunteers, and organize media assets and reports while upholding the organization's faith-based mission.