Media Relations Manager

Overview

Pacific Legal Foundation is a next-generation public interest law firm dedicated to defending individual liberty. We have a proven track record in the United States Supreme Court and a growing network of legislative and administrative policy wins.

Responsibilities

• Crafting and delivering compelling earned media pitches tied to case launches, legal rulings, and other newsworthy developments
• Booking PLF attorneys and other spokespeople for interviews and media appearances
• Monitoring the news cycle to identify opportunities to inject PLF's work into current events
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with editorial contacts at key media outlets—including reporters, producers, and bookers

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in earned media (e.g., pitching, booking, journalism, PR); background in broadcast journalism is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, especially the ability to distill complex ideas into concise, persuasive pitches
• A sharp eye for news and the instincts to act quickly when opportunities arise
• The ability to handle multiple assignments at once, work quickly, and meet deadlines on time
• Familiarity or experience with Agile/Scrum methodology is a plus
• Experience using project management software in a team setting (we use Asana) is a plus

Qualifications

• A team-oriented, can-do attitude, and the willingness to pitch in however needed
• A sharp eye for news and the instincts to act quickly when opportunities arise
• The ability to handle multiple assignments at once, work quickly, and meet deadlines on time

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• A generous 403(b) company contribution
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid leave and wellness leave
• 3 weeks of paid time off

Salary Range and Details

This is a full-time, permanent position with a starting salary range of $60,000–$80,000. This is a wide salary range; compensation will be commensurate with experience. Exceptions may be considered for candidates with exceptional experience, education, professional background, or proven results in previous roles.

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates should submit the following application materials:

• Your resume, including your relevant professional experience
• A cover letter explaining why PLF is the place for you, why you want to fight for liberty, and what distinguishes you from typical applicants
• A short pitch that you would send to a reporter to get them to cover a PLF case

Contact Information

We kindly ask that candidates refrain from contacting us directly regarding this role. To ensure a fair and consistent review process, only applications submitted through this job posting will be considered. We appreciate your interest in joining PLF!