Strategic PR Specialist — Museum Media Relations

International Spy Museum; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Spy Museum is seeking a Public Relations Specialist to support the Director of Media Relations in implementing PR plans that position and promote the Museum and its programming. You will help secure media exposure by informing and responding to press and other media contacts.

Responsibilities include writing press materials, coordinating on-site media activities, managing media databases, and supporting MarComm goals with outreach and reporting.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of media relations experience, preferably with a museum or historic site.
• Strong writing and proofreading skills, with ability to craft press materials.
• BA/BS degree in PR/communications/related field required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds promptly to media requests from local, national, and international press.
• Supports Media Relations Director’s planning and execution of museum-wide announcements.
• Researches and writes press materials including media alerts, press releases, fact sheets, background papers, and pitch letters.
• Coordinates on-site filming, photography, radio and TV broadcasts, and arranges staff interviews.
• Maintains media contact database and PR image library.
• Manages the Press Room of the Museum website and updates content.
• Keeps records of media coverage and presents reports on coverage.
• Supports program outreach and niche audience cultivation.
• Contributes to attendance and revenue-building efforts.

Skills

Media relations

Press writing

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Deadline driven

Media monitoring

Content management

Public relations

Education

BA/BS degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, English or related field

Job description

The International Spy Museum is seeking a Public Relations Specialist to support the Director of Media Relations in implementing PR plans that position and promote the Museum and its programming. You will help secure media exposure by informing and responding to press and other media contacts.

Responsibilities include writing press materials, coordinating on-site media activities, managing media databases, and supporting MarComm goals with outreach and reporting.