The Chamber is looking for a Media Relations Manager. Please feel free to send me any resumes and pass this along to anyone you think would be interested. Send resumes to kwwilson@uschamber.com.

POSITION OVERVIEW: Conduct pro-active print, broadcast, and online media outreach efforts, with the goals of strengthening relationships with reporters and creating public awareness of the Chamber's top policy priorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Executing both short- and long-term media campaigns, including the Chamber's Campaign for Free Enterprise; writing press releases, media advisories, op-eds, and executive briefings daily; pitch to cable news and talk radio producers; gain an understanding of Chamber policy issues; and offer insight about leveraging new and emerging media technologies; working hours that are flexible.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: College degree and 3-5 years' related experience in media or public relations, or as a press secretary; experience working in a trade association, on a political campaign, Capitol Hill or other policy-intensive environments is a must; ability to effectively pitch and place stories; have of a variety of contacts in the Washington media; highly effective written and verbal communications skills and the ability to accurately write about policy issues under intense deadlines. Experience with Vocus or similar media database is preferred.

A writing test will be administered.