Communications amp Pr Associate

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Communications and PR Manager
The candidate will collaborate with the PR team to implement strategy and tactics for firm-wide communications efforts; engage with key reporters; build relationships with attorneys across offices; and write and edit documents such as press releases, op-eds, fact sheets, talking points, and communications plans. Support communications team in drafting press materials. Pitch stories and foster relationships with local and national reporters. Build press lists, track clips and prepare coverage reports. Identify proactive opportunities to pitch firm and lawyers. Liaise and build relationships with attorneys across offices. Coordinate and staff interviews and help prepare attorneys. Support planning, coordinating and staffing of press and community events. Must have 3+ years of relevant experience in strategic communications, media relations, politics and/or advocacy, journalism, or a related field. PR agency experience preferred. Knowledge of the current media landscape and a strong news sense is required. Experience engaging with members of the media for both rapid response and long lead stories is needed. Should have ability to travel as needed.

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