Senior Media Relations Strategist (Hybrid)

Nixon Peabody LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixon Peabody LLP in Washington, DC is seeking a Media Relations Senior Specialist to develop and execute integrated public relations strategies that elevate the firm’s reputation and highlight attorneys’ notable work across litigation, transactional work, pro bono, and firmwide initiatives. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

In this highly visible role, you will build relationships with journalists, pitch stories, coordinate media outreach, and track impact while

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in journalism and/or public relations, preferably in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field.
• Proficient writing, editing, and proofreading skills; ability to distill complex details for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated PR strategies to elevate the firm's reputation.
• Identify newsworthy trends and pitch stories to outlets; build journalist relationships.
• Write press releases and internal/external content; support media coaching and interviews.
• Monitor media coverage, provide reports, and manage media lists and outreach.

Skills

Journalism

Public relations

Media relations

Story pitching

Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Communications/Marketing/Journaling

Tools

Meltwater

Cision

Muck Rack

Job description

Nixon Peabody LLP in Washington, DC is seeking a Media Relations Senior Specialist to develop and execute integrated public relations strategies that elevate the firm’s reputation and highlight attorneys’ notable work across litigation, transactional work, pro bono, and firmwide initiatives. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.

In this highly visible role, you will build relationships with journalists, pitch stories, coordinate media outreach, and track impact while