A unique opportunity has arisen for a media writer to join Unitas Communications, a specialist international PR & Strategic Communications Agency. Working with high-level governmental, inter-governmental, charity & corporate clients - incl. UN, Amnesty International, Friends of the Earth, NFL, Barclays, US State Department, NHS.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit & proofread content for press materials
• Develop & implement media pitches
• Draft op-eds, media articles, speeches & arrange interviews on behalf of clients
• Develop new content ideas for clients. Determining content needs through conversations, researching topics & analysing current media coverage so their content contains timely & accurate info
• Manage & provide direction on all social media channels
• A lead role in developing collateral materials - incl. fact sheets, product descriptions, sales collateral, presentations, messaging, website content, newsletter content & blogs
• Develop professional relationships with media personnel, responding to information requests & negotiating to receive the best coverage possible
• Complete all writing projects according to given style & assignment specifications before deadlines
• Work closely with Unitas Directorship to produce business proposals & presentations
• Joining team brainstorming sessions to plan publicity strategies & campaigns

Qualifications

• Relevant bachelor’s degree
• Preferably a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar communications/media/journalism role
• Strong research, writing, editing & verbal communication skills with a strict attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to develop creative, compelling & accurate content/written material in a variety of styles for diverse audiences, incl. op-eds & press releases
• Capacity to draft/edit material ranging from quick “sound bites” to in-depth policy analysis
• Strong knowledge of how the media works & how best to communicate with journalists
• Ability to handle multiple projects & meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• A flexible & adaptable personal style, capable of rearranging priorities swiftly
• A keen interest & knowledge of current affairs, global news, current affairs, politics & policy issues
• Demonstrable passion for climate change & sustainability is preferred