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Walker Sands is looking for a talented PR professional to join our team as a media relations specialist out of our Seattle office – hybrid. Our Media Relations Specialists are responsible for developing media lists, conceptualizing pitches, writing press releases and preparing contributed articles. You should have superb writing skills and an interest in conducting web research. You must have an obsession with grammar and the ability to take mediocre writing and make it stronger. If typos jump off the page at you, it is a good sign. We would like you to have a strong interest in the media, trends, and what constitutes a good story. If you are a news addict and a journalist wannabe, you’ll do well here. As part of our media relations staff, you will work on a small team for clients that specialize in B2B technology. You must be able to think on your feet and change gears quickly.
Job Responsibility:
Developing media lists
Conceptualizing pitches
Writing press releases
Preparing contributed articles
Requirements:
One year of full-time experience in public relations
Superb writing skills
Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment remotely and in-person
Strong ability to prioritize and multitask
Positive attitude in a deadline-oriented environment
Nice to have:
Strong interest in the media, trends, and what constitutes a good story
News addict and journalist wannabe
Ability to think on your feet and change gears quickly
What we offer:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
Mental health resources
Pet insurance
Fertility benefits
Employer-matched 401(k)
Access to financial planning services
Flexible PTO including 8 paid holidays, half-day summer Fridays, and a week off between Christmas and New Year
Hybrid work with tools to stay connected
Two-week sabbatical and a $2,000 gift at five years
Generous paid leave for new parents and caregivers
Policies for pregnancy loss and adoption challenges