Media Relations and Emergency Response Communications Specialist

3 weeks ago


Oakland, California, United States Swoon Full time
Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Media Relations and Emergency Response Communications Specialist to join our team at Swoon. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing media relations and emergency response communications for our Oil and Gas clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and enhance relationships with electronic and print media.
  • Act as a key spokesperson after hours and during emergency operations center activations.
  • Develop and implement strategic media direction to advance company programs, policies, positions, and contributions.
  • Create, draft, and edit various written communications including releases, white papers, briefings, and talking points.
  • Play a key role in leading emergency response efforts, coordinating closely with operations-based teams and utilities.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience managing media relations and handling quick-turn and sensitive topics.
  • Familiarity with operations-based teams and utility companies.
  • Strong ability to create, draft, and edit all manner of written communications.
  • Experience in media relations during emergency situations.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience as a reporter or journalist.
  • Experience in a public relations agency.
  • Proven track record in media relations or emergency response.

Additional Notes:

The role swaps with another worker every other week, resulting in 113 on-call hours per week, or 226 hours per month. Actual hours engaged in work typically range from 4-10 hours per week.



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