Public Relations Coordinator Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

Job Title:

Media Relations Coordinator (Contract)

Industry:

Nonprofit / Communications / Public Affairs

Location (city, state):

Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Assignment Type:

Contract assignment through September 2026 with potential extension based on business needs

Pay:

$25-$27/hr (depending on experience)

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Hybrid schedule with required onsite days and flexibility for remote work.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is hiring a Media Relations Coordinator on behalf of our client, a nationally recognized nonprofit organization focused on expanding opportunities and advancing advocacy efforts for communities across the United States. This organization partners with local groups, policymakers, and community leaders to create meaningful impact through research, programs, and public engagement.

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a Media Relations Coordinator to provide support to their Communications team. This role will assist with daily media relations activities, including tracking coverage, managing media requests, preparing reports, and supporting communications initiatives.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and interested in gaining experience within a fast-paced communications environment. Candidates with experience in media relations, public relations, nonprofit communications, public affairs, or journalism are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the communications team with daily media relations activities and project coordination.
• Monitor news coverage and compile daily media summaries for internal stakeholders.
• Manage incoming media inquiries and interview requests while ensuring timely follow-up.
• Assist with maintaining media lists, press materials, calendars, and internal communications resources.
• Help prepare media reports by tracking coverage, metrics, and campaign performance.
• Support scheduling needs and coordination across the communications team.
• Assist with communications projects, including research, reporting, and administrative support.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure communications initiatives stay organized and on schedule.

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience supporting media relations, public relations, communications, journalism, public affairs, political campaigns, or nonprofit organizations.
• Experience monitoring media coverage, creating news clips, and compiling reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms.
• Experience with media monitoring tools or platforms is preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Additional Details:

• Department: Marketing & Communications
• Team size: 8 employees
• Schedule: Hybrid, with Tuesdays onsite and one additional flexible onsite day
• Core working hours: 10am-2pm
• Hours per week: 40 hours
• Overtime eligible: No
• Ideal start date: 8/17
• Contract length: Through the end of September with potential extension through December based on budget approval
• Interview process: Virtual panel interviews
• Reports to: Media Relations Manager and supports the Communications leadership team
• Preferred background: Candidates with nonprofit, association, public affairs, marketing agency, or mission-driven communications experience are encouraged to apply.

Perks:

• Opportunity to gain experience supporting a high-impact communications team.
• Exposure to media relations, public affairs, and strategic communications initiatives.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility.
• Work alongside a collaborative and mission-driven team.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.