Strategic Communications & Media Lead

Newsletter Jobs; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Foundation, based in Miami, is seeking an exceptional writer and communications officer to shape press coverage and public discourse. You will partner with the director of communications to deliver clear, timely messages across the foundation’s journalism, arts and community impact work, translating complex ideas into compelling material for journalists, partners and the public.

You will work hands-on across grants, research and convenings, maintaining high editorial integrity and

Qualifications

• Experience in media relations, communications or journalism with increasing independence.

Responsibilities

• Support the director of communications in building and maintaining relationships with journalists, editors, thought leaders, influencers and outlets; pitch stories and help secure coverage.
• Draft press releases, statements, op-eds and talking points aligned with external narrative.
• Prepare materials for leadership and program staff for media interviews and public appearances.
• Monitor media coverage and inform positioning with performance data.
• Coordinate with external communications vendors across PR, speechwriting and events; edit freelance writers.
• Provide hands-on support for convenings and event communications onsite, including travel as needed.
• Keep cross-functional teams aligned so media, campaigns and field engagement are coordinated.

Skills

Media relations

Editorial judgment

Project management

AP style

Story pitching

Spokesperson support

Vendor coordination

Tools

WordPress

Mailchimp

RSVPify

Asana

Monday

Airtable

Job description

Knight Foundation, based in Miami, is seeking an exceptional writer and communications officer to shape press coverage and public discourse. You will partner with the director of communications to deliver clear, timely messages across the foundation’s journalism, arts and community impact work, translating complex ideas into compelling material for journalists, partners and the public.

You will work hands-on across grants, research and convenings, maintaining high editorial integrity and