PR Story Architect & Writer, Growth-ready

Merrick Creative; Greenbelt, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrick Creative in Greenbelt, MD is seeking a writer who can craft compelling stories, pitch them to journalists, and grow toward account leadership. You’ll shape client narratives, develop talking points, and build relationships with reporters across sectors.

The role blends writing and strategic thinking, with opportunities to lead accounts and influence campaigns for food & beverage, real estate, nonprofits, and brands. Hybrid work in Greenbelt.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in marketing, PR, or communications.
• Exceptional writing with the ability to shift tone.
• Strong sense for media landscape and story angles.
• Ability to connect day-to-day tactics to big strategy.
• Sharp organization and proactive time management.
• Familiarity with newsroom tools like Muckrack, Cision, Meltwater.

Responsibilities

• Draft, edit, and pitch press releases, op-eds, and advisories to national, regional, and trade outlets.
• Build storylines and talking points that highlight client impact and thought leadership.
• Monitor coverage to identify openings and responses.
• Develop relationships with journalists across sectors.
• Write across formats: blogs, newsletters, social copy, etc.
• Contribute to paid social and digital campaigns with compelling copy.
• Help craft reputational strategies and crisis communications when needed.
• Coordinate messaging with design, digital, and strategy teams.

Skills

Exceptional writing

Story pitching

Time management

Multiple projects

Journalist relationships

Tools

Muckrack

Cision

Meltwater

Job description

Merrick Creative in Greenbelt, MD is seeking a writer who can craft compelling stories, pitch them to journalists, and grow toward account leadership. You’ll shape client narratives, develop talking points, and build relationships with reporters across sectors.

The role blends writing and strategic thinking, with opportunities to lead accounts and influence campaigns for food & beverage, real estate, nonprofits, and brands. Hybrid work in Greenbelt.