Media Coordinator / Media Representative

Operation Red Nose Winnipeg is part of a nationally operated designated driving program during the holiday season.

About the role

• Public & Press Relations: Write and distribute press releases, pitch stories to journalists, and manage media kits.
• Spokesperson Duties: Serve as the primary contact for media outlets, answer any incoming questions from media, and coordinate interviews. Speak on behalf of the organization at media launches.
• Content Creation: Produce engaging written or multimedia content for website and email broadcasts to volunteers. Work with the Social Media Representative to coordinate appropriate messaging.
• Reputation Management: Monitor news and social channels for brand mentions. Work with the Social Media Representative to address public relations issues or negative feedback proactively.
• Campaign Tracking: Analyze media coverage data, track audience engagement metrics, and prepare performance reports.

Requirements

• Education: None required, but a bachelor's degree or diploma in communications, media communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing would be beneficial.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for pitching stories and handling sensitive inquiries.
• Networking: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build a network of media local and national media networks.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with traditional Microsoft software, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, etc.; ability to use social media and communication platforms appropriately.
• Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+.
• Time Commitment: Daytime, Evening, Weekend.
• Location: Winnipeg (Assiniboine South, Downtown, Elmwood, Fort Garry, Inkster, Point Douglas, River East, River Heights, Seven Oaks, St. Boniface, St. James-Assiniboia, St. Vital, Transcona).
• Criminal record check required (cost will be reimbursed).

Benefits

• Gain experience and understanding of working with a nonprofit organization within a national campaign, non-profit fundraising, event planning, media representation, and professional communication development.
• Organization will provide a letter of reference and certificate of recognition.