Strategic Media Relations Specialist

DLA Piper; Miami, Fort Lauderdale (FL, FL); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Public Relations) to drive media relations and public relations efforts, promoting the firm's brand to legal and business audiences. The role requires proactive, results-driven professionals with a proven track record in building journalist relationships and delivering compelling communications.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule across US offices, with responsibilities spanning strategy development, story angle creation, and media

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in Marketing, Public relations, Journalism, or similar field.
• Proactive storytelling skills and ability to secure media coverage and build journalist relationships.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement comprehensive media relations strategies aligning with firm goals.
• Collaborate with attorneys and Communications, Marketing and Business Development teams to craft storylines.
• Proactively pitch story ideas and secure media placements across outlets.
• Maintain media relationships and monitor changes in media landscape.

Skills

Media relations

Public relations

Writing

Editing

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a Communications Specialist (Public Relations) to drive media relations and public relations efforts, promoting the firm's brand to legal and business audiences. The role requires proactive, results-driven professionals with a proven track record in building journalist relationships and delivering compelling communications.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule across US offices, with responsibilities spanning strategy development, story angle creation, and media