Strategic Media Relations Lead

Hudson; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Retirement savings plan with employer

Paid time off, vacations & holidays

Life and disability insurance

Paid parental and family leave

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Hudson Institute in Washington, DC is seeking a media relations manager to develop and operationalize Hudson's media strategy, proactively promote Hudson's research and analysis, and interface with press. This full-time role reports to the director of external affairs and sits in our Washington, DC office.

You will collaborate with Hudson's researchers and staff to identify compelling stories, pitch national outlets, and coordinate interview opportunities, while maintaining strong relationships

Qualifications

• Three years of relevant experience in communications, politics, policy, journalism, or related fields.
• Strong news judgment and public policy savvy.
• Demonstrated ability to pitch stories to national and policy media.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with a professional demeanor.
• Commitment to integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Hudson's media strategy to broaden awareness among journalists, policymakers, experts, and supporters.
• Proactively secure media opportunities by pitching Hudson's experts, research, memos, reports, and commentary.
• Build and maintain relationships with reporters, editors, producers, and bookers across outlets.
• Field and respond to press inquiries and coordinate interviews for Hudson experts.
• Pitch op-eds and manage the publication process with editors and Hudson experts.
• Maintain media lists and coordinate coverage of Hudson events.

Skills

News judgment

Relationship building

Public policy savvy

Time and project management

Written and oral communication

Integrity and professionalism

Job description

Hudson Institute in Washington, DC is seeking a media relations manager to develop and operationalize Hudson's media strategy, proactively promote Hudson's research and analysis, and interface with press. This full-time role reports to the director of external affairs and sits in our Washington, DC office.

You will collaborate with Hudson's researchers and staff to identify compelling stories, pitch national outlets, and coordinate interview opportunities, while maintaining strong relationships