Media Relations Freelancer (Washington, DC)

Media Relations Freelancer
Global Business Coalition on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria

Description:
The Global Business Coalition on HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (GBC) is seeking a media relations freelancer for a short-term project to develop and execute of a media strategy around GBC’s work in Washington, DC. Currently, GBC and its local partners are involved in multiple innovative, first-of-their-kind initiatives in Washington, DC aimed at fighting HIV/AIDS in the district, including a testing program and a youth social marketing campaign. The freelancer will be responsible for generating significant local and potentially national media coverage around the work of GBC and GBC’s partners in the DC-area. This project will require the individual to maintain strong lines of communication with the GBC team and its partners in Washington, DC, including corporate members, the DC HIV/AIDS Administration and other local nonprofit organizations. The individual will be responsible for developing pitches, contacting reporters, drafting press releases and coordinating several press conferences.
Location: While we are very open to a virtual work arrangement, we would prefer someone located in Washington, DC or in New York, NY (where GBC offices are located.)
Compensation: Competitive; depending on experience & availability
Duration: 15-20 hours per week; 3 month engagement with potential for an additional 3 month extension
Additional Qualifications:
Criteria:
• Significant experience in media
relations and public affairs •
Understanding of how blogs and
social media interact with traditional
media relations • Strong skills around
message strategy • Experience writing
press releases and coordinating
press conferences • Experience with
local media outlets in Washington, DC
• Ability to comfortably interact with the
corporate community, nonprofits and
local/federal branches of government

The ideal candidate has a B.A. and a
solid track record of noteworthy media
placements. Experience with or
knowledge of corporate social
responsibility and/or domestic
HIV/AIDS issues is a plus, but is not
necessary.
How to Apply:
Please contact Cara Majeski at 212.584.1652 with any questions; to apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to Cara Majeski at cmajeski@gbcimpact.org.