Media Relations Coordinator

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Position Objectives: • To advance animal rights by generating media coverage of PETA's campaigns • To coordinate outreach and correspondence with media representatives Primary Responsibilities and Duties: • Prepare and service news releases and generate media coverage for PETA campaigns • Research and identify appropriate local and national media outlets and podcasts for placing coverage of PETA's efforts • Develop new pitch ideas and ways to revamp news releases and pitches in order to increase media coverage of PETA campaigns • Represent the organization to the media • 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 • Degree in a related field or equivalent experience working in a professional environment • Minimum of two years of professional working experience in public relations or the media industry • Willingness and ability to be on call and service rush news releases during weekend and evening hours • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of animal rights issues and campaigns • Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner • Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously • Proven ability to take initiative and follow-through • Demonstrated ability to make sound judgments and work independently • Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills • Proven excellent organizational skills • Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines • Demonstrated ability to think strategically and creatively to achieve objectives • 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 • Commitment to the objectives of the organization The salary range for this position is $50,000.00 - $80,168.40 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 . Application Deadline: Applications for this position will be accepted until August 21, 2026. We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.