Mass Media Relations Specialist

3-5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Mass Media Relations Specialist - ALPA - Tysons (McLean), VA - $75,522-$107,889/year

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Bold Headline: ALPA is seeking an experienced Mass Media Relations Specialist to support communication initiatives and advance advocacy efforts in the aviation industry.

Summary:

- ALPA, the largest airline pilot union and aviation safety organization, is seeking a Mass Media Relations Specialist for its Tysons (McLean), VA office.
- The role involves traditional and social media relations to support advocacy efforts and collective bargaining goals.
- Interested applicants should submit an online portfolio showcasing previous work.
- The position may require local travel up to 15%.
- ALPA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
- The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3-5 years of experience in a communications role.
- Aviation and/or labor union experience is preferred.
- Strong media relations and content strategy experience is required.
- Exceptional writing, interpersonal, and time management skills are necessary for this role.
- The candidate must be able to effectively communicate complex information to the public.
- Experience with media planning and PR/education campaigns is a plus.
- Knowledge of ALPA policies and structure is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe software is required.
- The physical demands of the position include operating a computer and moving around the office.
- ALPA offers competitive salaries and benefits, including a 401k plan, health care benefits, paid time off, and optional benefits like pet insurance and flexible spending accounts.
- The projected annual salary range for this position is $75,522-$107,889.
- Relocation and sponsorship are not available for this position.

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401k plan with employer contribution, health care benefits, vacation and holidays, sick and bereavement leave, parental leave, disability and life insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, retiree health plan, education assistance, optional benefits

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Traditional and social media relations strategy, earned/owned/paid media, content strategy, technical writing, interpersonal and communication, time management, public understanding, analytical and problem-solving, professional demeanor, social media strategies, desktop publishing, website management, audio/video editing

Bachelor's degree in relevant area, Master's degree in communications field preferred

Submit online portfolio link(s)

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's degree in relevant area, Master's degree in communications field preferred, 3-5 years experience in communications or equivalent position, knowledge of aviation/labor union preferred, understanding of ALPA policies/structure/strategic plans preferred

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