Media Monitoring Specialist

Providing part-time, early-morning support, the Media Monitoring Freelancer will monitor news and media coverage, identify relevant stories, and distill coverage into timely updates for client teams in a remote setting.
Key responsibilities

Conduct daily morning monitoring across various media outlets to identify relevant coverage for assigned clients
Compile and distribute timely media monitoring reports and coverage updates for client teams
Identify breaking news and emerging stories, providing concise summaries of significant developments

Required qualifications

1-2 years of experience in public relations, communications, media monitoring, journalism, or a related field
Previous experience in conducting media monitoring and producing media coverage reports
Strong writing and editorial judgment with the ability to synthesize information into clear summaries
Consistent availability during required early-morning hours, generally between 6:00-10:00 a.m. ET, Monday through Friday
Experience with media monitoring platforms such as Cision or Muck Rack is a plus