Edison Electric Institute (EEI), one of the nation’s premier trade associations, has an outstanding opportunity for a Manager, Media Relations. Responsibilities include day-to-day media outreach and relationship building with national and trade reporters in the energy space; responding to media inquiries; drafting press releases, statements, op-eds, and other critical communications materials; researching industry issues and media information; composing media plans and pitches on a wide variety of issues impacting the utility industry; and serving as a point-of-contact for departments and subject matter experts throughout EEI. Additional responsibilities include providing daily support for EEI’s news products and monitoring industry-related developments and coverage.
Requirements
This job requires a bachelor’s degree and at least five years of applicable experience in communications, public relations, journalism, or press-related experience on Capitol Hill or in a trade association, PR agency, corporation, or government office. The successful candidate will be a self-starter; thrive in a collaborative team environment; be a creative thinker with strong written and oral communications skills; have a strong track record of successfully pitching stories; and have a solid network of media contacts in D.C. or in the industry. The ability to juggle complex tasks under deadline pressure in a fast-paced complex environment is essential. Energy experience is a plus.
EEI will provide an outstanding compensation package. Benefits include medical insurance, a 401(k) with a generous match, fitness center and more.
To Apply: Please e-mail your résumé, three writing samples, and cover letter including salary requirements to hrwebeei.org. You can also mail your information to:
Edison Electric Institute
701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Visit us at www.eei.org. Equal Opportunity Employer.
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