Public Relations Specialist - Journeyman

Public Relations Specialist - Journeyman Level: Journeyman | Work Location: On-Site – Arlington, VA This position is contingent upon contract award.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Red Carrot is seeking a Journeyman Public Relations Specialist to support the customer's External Affairs office. This is a high-visibility role supporting strategic communications, media relations, conference planning, and stakeholder engagement on behalf of one of the nation's most critical federal agencies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop media engagement strategies for campaigns, announcements, and events including identifying target media outlets and reporters Produce media clips and ad hoc analysis of print and online coverage to assess the effectiveness of customer outreach Prepare media kits, releases, fact sheets, and responses to media inquiries Support strategic communications planning for product rollouts and customer campaigns Draft communication materials including talking points, social media content, web content, and leave-behind materials Support conference and event planning including pre-event logistics, staffing plans, and after-action reports Develop weekly and monthly media analysis reports Facilitate stakeholder engagement and partnership outreach in support of customer campaigns

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BS/BA in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, or related field Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience planning PR campaigns and working with client and project team members Federal government communications experience strongly preferred Must live in the local area; may be required to come into the Arlington, VA office as determined by leadership Ability to obtain a DHS Fitness Determination Benefits at Red Carrot Training and Development – Tuition reimbursement and professional trainings for eligible employees. Healthcare – Top-tier medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverage. 401(k) Plan – 401(k)-retirement and Roth plan with company matching and no vesting period. Profit Sharing – Discretionary profit-sharing plan to all eligible employees after one year of employment. Paid Time Off – Provides flexible work hours, paid time off, and 11 federal holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr Red Carrot, Inc.