Multicultural Media Specialist Job at National Conference of State Legislatures

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The Multicultural Media Specialist role offers a salary range of $82,872.00 - $111,504.00 annually, or $4,299 - $4,605 per month, depending on experience and qualifications. Alternatively, the range is $4,680 - $8,111 per month, based on relevant experience and qualifications. The Oregon Legislature Policy and Research Office offers a range of $67,834 - $112,247 per year, while another source quotes $68,000 to $96,000, commensurate with experience.

Under the direction of the Speaker of the New Jersey General Assembly, the Multicultural Media Specialist serves as a key strategist to help communicate with all communities in one of the most diverse states in the country. The chosen candidate will serve as a crucial communicator for a caucus that is leading on issues like affordability for New Jersey families, gun violence prevention, economic development, and pandemic recovery efforts.

Responsibilities

• Implementing a media relations plan for non-English and diverse press that communicates the caucus’ priorities on making the state affordable for working families
• Identifying key growth communities and the media through which those communities engage with policy makers to develop a communications plan to significantly expand communications outreach to those communities.
• Writing press releases and media advisories
• Translating press releases and advisories for non-English speaking audiences
• Ability to shoot and edit video
• Working with legislative staff to effectively communicate member messages
• Handling media inquiries and maintaining relationships with reporters
• Writing and pitching op-eds
• Planning, pitching and executing press events

Qualifications

The role offers industry-leading health, dental and vision plans; 19 vacation days and 15 sick days per year; Enrollment in NJ Public Employees Retirement System, a defined benefit pension and optional 457 plan.

How to Apply

To apply, please email a writing sample, cover letter and resume to [emailprotected].

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