Public Relations Specialist

To advance animal rights and vegan initiatives by generating media coverage of PETA's campaigns 

To coordinate outreach and correspondence with media representatives and establish long-lasting professional relationships to help ensure animal rights issues remain in the spotlight

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare and service news releases for PETA campaigns 
• Develop targeted lists for issue and campaign coverage 
• Develop new pitch ideas and ways to revamp news releases and pitches in order to increase media coverage of PETA campaigns 
• Develop contacts and establish relationships with media representatives
• Keep informed about PETA's work and media coverage
• Keep informed about local and national news stories and track those that are relevant to PETA's campaigns
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience working in a professional environment 
• Minimum of two years of professional working experience 
• Thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and campaigns and a desire to pursue a career in animal rights
• An interest in the news and public relations
• Ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner
• An outgoing demeanor and capability to make connections and maintain relationships
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and stay organized
• Proven ability to take initiative and follow-through 
• Ability to make sound judgments and work independently
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle 
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues in a professional manner
• This position requires proof of the COVID-19 full vaccination and booster
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization

The salary range for this position is $45,598 - $68,407 annually. The ultimate salary within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work. 

A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.