Media Relations Specialist

Most Americans identify the influence of big money in politics as the #1 threat to American self-government. American Promise is leading a national campaign to advance an amendment to the U.S. Constitution that restores the authority of states and Congress to set reasonable limits on campaign money.

American Promise seeks a Media Relations Specialist to lead state-level communications and media relations in support of legislative efforts, working closely with state leaders and the partnerships team. Reporting to the Chief Communications Officer, the Specialist will play a central role in shaping state-level messaging, pitching stories, placing op-eds, and securing press coverage for legislative wins and organizational milestones.

Ratifying this amendment requires supermajority support from the American people and their elected representatives in both Congress and the states. Achieving that support demands a communications strategy that can reach, inspire, and mobilize Americans across the political and ideological spectrum.

Our strategy is rooted in state-based momentum. To date, 23 states have formally called on Congress to advance this amendment, or one like it, with new efforts underway in Texas, Ohio, and beyond. This role is an exciting opportunity for a skilled media professional to build the organization’s profile across local, state, and national levels.

The Media Relations Specialist will join a small, collaborative communications team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who thrives in a remote work environment and collaborates effectively across remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead state-level media relations to support legislative and grassroots efforts.
• Pitch and place compelling stories in local and regional media in collaboration with state leaders and government affairs firms; build and maintain strong relationships with reporters, editors, and producers.
• Draft and distribute press releases, op-eds, talking points, advisories, and statements tailored to state and regional audiences.
• Shape state-level messaging that aligns with the national narrative and resonates across partisan and ideological lines.
• Secure press coverage of organizational milestones, legislative victories, and events.
• Monitor state media coverage in target states and provide rapid response guidance as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues on integrated campaigns across digital, social, and earned media channels.
• Support spokespersons with media training, Q&A, and message development.
• Ensure consistent alignment with organizational values and national communications strategies while tailoring content for state contexts.
• Serve as the CCO’s point of continuity for communications when the CCO is unavailable, ensuring all earned, paid, and social media outputs remain aligned, timely, and on-message.

Qualifications

Required

• 4-8 years of experience in communications, public relations, political campaigns, journalism, or related fields.
• Proven track record of pitching and placing stories in state or regional media outlets.
• Excellent writing skills across formats (press releases, op-eds, talking points, media Q&A, and other collateral.)
• Strong editorial and political instincts, with the ability to assess risk, timing, and tone in fast-moving media environments.
• Demonstrated success shaping and targeting messages for diverse, cross-partisan audiences.
• Experience managing media relations in a political, advocacy, or legislative context.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach with enthusiasm for contributing to a small but growing team.
• Experience working effectively with remote teams.

Preferred

• Established relationships with state-level political or policy reporters.
• Strong commitment to cross-partisan collaboration and demonstrated ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders.

Compensation and Benefits 

• $85,000k-$95,000k commensurate with experience
• Professional development opportunities
•  Health insurance (medical/dental/vision)
•  Flexible spending account (FSA) for pre-tax health and dependent care benefits
•  Paid 4 weeks vacation,13 holidays, and personal/sick days
•  Passionate, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
•  Supportive, collaborative nationwide remote and hybrid-remote team and flex time policy

Location: American Promise staff are located all over the country. This position is remote.

American Promise celebrates the freedom and diversity of our nation. American Promise team members are service-oriented and have demonstrated experience in volunteer, civic, military, or other forms of service to the country and our people. We welcome all qualified applicants who reflect and share this vision. 

American Promise does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under local, state or federal law. AA/EOE