Key Elements Partners
Key Elements Partners is hiring: Media Manager in Washington
Key Elements Partners, Washington, DC, US, 20022
Key Elements Group is a strategic consultancy trusted by public and private sector clients globally to provide tailored, high-level advice that delivers results.
We are a small firm with big ambitions. We continue to grow year on year and growth brings opportunities for employees. We push back on boring corporate culture and like to have fun. We’re a meritocracy and your efforts will be rewarded. You will be provided with autonomy and responsibility (whilst being fully supported) from day one and have the opportunity to make a sizable impact.
If you are experienced in media relationship building, and want to develop serious advocacy campaigns, then this job is for you.
No recruitment agencies, please.
To be considered for this role, the candidate must have a proven recent track record of placing media articles in leading U.S. and UK media outlets, as well as strong connections in the media circles.
Core Responsibilities
Securing high-level publications in leading media for our clients
Building media relationships
Producing written content for clients (media articles)
Briefing journalists on behalf of clients
Relationship building with key influencers, media personalities and journalists
Providing clients with political/media intelligence and insight, highlighting any implications for the client's business
Required skills:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field: political science, economics, law, international relations, journalism, etc. Master’s Degree is a plus
Previous proven experience in journalism (2-3 years), ideally in tier-1 media platform
Recent track record in pitching and placing publications (including op-eds)
Well networked in media (ideally, U.S. or UK), as well as policy circles
Ideally understanding of the following fields: financial services; geopolitics; data/tech/AI
Makes things happen, is proactive and action-orientation
Communicates complex ideas with clarity
Public Affairs knowledge and/or experience
When faced with an obstacle, thinks creatively of potential solutions/options
Can form clear opinions and recommendations
Enjoys a diversity of work
Location
Remote: We are looking for someone with experience working in the U.S. media.
Benefits
Competitive compensation (based on experience)
Generous annual leave
Friendly, close-knit team
Exposure to senior industry leaders
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Marketing and Sales
Industries
Business Consulting and Services
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