Contract Media Relations Strategist

****CONTRACT MEDIA RELATIONS STRATEGIST - FULLY REMOTE

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Gideon300 is the leading public affairs consultancy in support of the global freedom movement.

We create comprehensive external relations strategies for our clients, and then guide them in strategic execution so they can reach their goals with measurable success. Gideon300 has been behind some of the most significant victories for freedom in recent history.

We always assume our opponents will have vastly greater resources than we do. More money, better technology, armies of high-powered experts, and everything else elites have at their disposal. We're not intimidated by that because we are smart, scrappy, endlessly creative, andmost significantlyrely on the wisdom and aid of Divine Providence.

We operate with honor and integrity, and have earned the respect of other leaders in the movement.

Gideon300 was founded by veteran public affairs strategist, media personality, and entertainment executive Matthew Faraci. With decades of experience as an entrepreneur, TV host, producer, White House spokesman, Capitol Hill staffer, public speaker, and messaging expert, Faraci leads Gideon300 with his unique mix of creativity, relentless pursuit of excellence, and obsessive focus on results.

Our wider team has extensive experience in business, nonprofit, government, political communications, and production. Collectively, we've been involved in launching, promoting, and growing hundreds of award-winning campaigns and organizations.

THE POSITION

As a part-time Media Relations Strategist contractor, you will play a crucial role in shaping and executing comprehensive media campaigns to support our clients' domestic and international public affairs initiatives. The role requires strong coordination with the Gideon 300 leadership team, our clients, and public relations experts to create and implement effective media strategies that promote our clients' goals and messages. It is necessary to have established media relationships, excellent written and verbal communications skills, and be able to turn around press releases, pitches, and talking points quickly and effectively.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Media Strategy Development:

• Develop, implement, and manage media strategies that align with the public affairs goals of our clients.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices by constantly monitoring the news cycle to anticipate opportunities for clients, ensuring that the press knows as quickly as possible what our experts can offer.

Media Outreach:

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with key media contacts, journalists, and influencers.
• Drafting press releases, pitches, and talking points for experts and also managing others who have the same task of content creation.

Content Creation:

• Create compelling and newsworthy content, including press releases, statements, articles, and social media posts, tailored to different media platforms.

Media Monitoring:

• Continuously monitor media coverage to assess the effectiveness of media strategies.
• Adjust strategies in response to media trends and feedback.

Crisis Communications:

• Develop crisis communication plans and provide support during public relations crises, maintaining a proactive approach to managing media reactions.

Client Collaboration:

• Work closely with clients to understand their objectives, provide strategic counsel, and report on media campaign progress and outcomes.
• Will represent the firm with clients and media and bring their own relationships and connections to the table when relevant.

Campaign Analysis:

• Conduct data-driven analysis of media campaign results, identifying areas for improvement and making recommendations for enhancing media strategies.

Team Collaboration:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including public relations experts, government affairs specialists, and legal advisors to ensure an integrated approach to public affairs efforts.
• Balancing multiple projects, tight deadlines, and changing priorities, all with the goal of helping shape public opinion and build momentum for our mission.
• At times will perform tasks outside of this description in support of client objectives and to aid other departments.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for increasing the cultural impact of Judeo-Christian values around the globe by identifying cultural stakeholders with growth opportunities and creating strategic opportunities for their expansion using media, dynamic relationships, and strategic gatherings
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Media or a related field OR 5 years of relevant field experience in media relations/public affairs
• A keen understanding of the news cycle and what drives press coverage
• Experience shaping public debate through media placements
• Must respond quickly to and anticipate breaking news
• Experience working remotely, including exceptional multitasking and organizational skills, with high attention to detail, professionalism under deadline pressure and ability to cross-team collaborate
• Professional, polished and concise communicator (both verbal and written).
• Excellent interpersonal skills for client relationship management
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule in accordance with the media cycle (based on Eastern Seaboard), sometimes with early mornings, late evenings and some weekends
• Excellent knowledge of Basecamp, Apple and GSuite products

PERKS

• Fully remote organization
• Exposure working with major media outlets
• Hands on experience with high-profile clients

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