Job description

The SCORE Association is seeking a public relations specialist to support our public relations and media relations efforts to amplify and promote our services and brand. SCORE has a healthy and robust media presence, earning an average of 750 local or national media mentions each month. Now, we are seeking someone to help us level-up our outreach and impact.

The public relations specialist will provide support in the following areas: press release creation and distribution, blog/article writing, media pitching and response, research for speeches, annual reports, and other communications. The ideal candidate possesses superior writing, communication, and organizational skills as well as a sharp eye for accuracy, syntax, grammar and aesthetics. They should also be highly organized and passionate about increasing positive awareness of SCORE.

We’re looking for a self-starter, proactive problem solver and detail-oriented team player. They should be a true people person, poised under fast-paced pressure and have a relentlessly positive, flexible, 'whatever it takes' attitude.
Salary Range: $65,000 – 70,000
This is a full-time, exempt, remote position. This job can be done remotely from one of the following states: CO, DC, FL, IL, LA, MD, MI, NY, OH, SC, TN, TX, VA, WI

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Responsibilities*

• Writes and pitches press releases, reports, and SCORE stories to reporters/editors
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with reporters/editors from local and national media outlets
• Manages media mentor experts and client spokespeople databases
• Responds to inbound media requests and media forum inquiries
• Provides editing and execution of SCORE Annual Report and Megaphone of Main Street data reports
• Writes brand/campaign copy, blogs, articles, speeches, etc., for SCORE initiatives and spokespeople
• Applies quality assurance measures to ensure flawless execution and delivery
• Collaborates with corporate sponsors on press releases and media outreach
• Tracks, measures, and analyzes public relations data and media metrics via Cision and PR Newswire
• Proactively identifies opportunities for increasing SCORE’s public visibility, process improvement, and outreach
• Coordinates work with outside vendors (i.e., PR firm, graphic designer) on significant campaigns
• Provides media training for internal and external teams
• Consults and advises media best practices to SCORE staff, mentors, and volunteers
• Other duties as assigned

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Requirements*

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in media relations and/or public relations field
• Proficiency in using media monitoring software (e.g., Cision, Meltwater ) and PR Newswire press release distribution software
• Basic understanding of SEO
• MS Office proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Excellent communicator and creative thinker, with an ability to use data and judgment to inform decisions
• Superior writing, copywriting, and editing skills
• Creative intuition for developing messaging and design that represent the SCORE brand and resonate with our audience
• Manage multiple projects with attention to detail and deadlines
• Self-starter with a drive to learn and the ability to work independently or collaboratively
• Ability to apply critical thinking and complete tasks on time with strong attention to detail

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About SCORE: Since 1964, SCORE has helped 11 million entrepreneurs start or grow a business. SCORE's 10,000 volunteers provide free mentoring, workshops and educational services to 1,500+ communities nationwide, creating 25,084 new businesses and 71,475 non-owner jobs in 2021 alone. Visit SCORE at www.score.org. Our national headquarters is located in Herndon, Virginia._

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote

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