Public Relations Freelancer

Sid Jacobson JCC is seeking a skilled and strategic Public Relations Freelancer to support organizational visibility, storytelling, media relations, and communications initiatives across a wide range of programs, services, and events. The ideal candidate is a strong writer and communicator with experience in nonprofit, community-based, lifestyle, education, healthcare, or mission-driven organizations. This individual should be able to think strategically, work collaboratively, and identify meaningful opportunities to elevate the organization’s voice and impact across local and regional media platforms. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and execute public relations strategies that support organizational goals, programs, initiatives, events, and leadership visibility. Draft press releases, media advisories, talking points, statements, pitches, executive messaging, and other communications materials. Cultivate and maintain relationships with local, regional, and relevant industry media contacts. Identify proactive opportunities that highlight the organization’s mission, impact, programs, and leadership. Coordinate media outreach and pitching efforts for events, announcements, milestones, partnerships, and thought leadership opportunities. Provide strategic communications counsel and messaging support on sensitive or time-sensitive matters as needed. Collaborate closely with the marketing team to ensure consistency in messaging, branding, and organizational voice. Assist with interview preparation, media coordination, and executive communications support. Monitor media coverage and provide reporting, insights, and recommendations when applicable. Stay informed on evolving media trends, communications best practices, and issues impacting the nonprofit and Jewish communal landscape. Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment. Occasional availability for expedited or time-sensitive communications support is preferred. Hourly Rate: $50‑100/hr, dependent on experience, project scope, and skill level. Job Requirements Proven experience in public and media relations. Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills. Strong understanding of media outreach, storytelling, and reputation management. Experience supporting nonprofit, community-based, or mission-driven organizations preferred. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams and stakeholders. Existing media relationships in the Long Island market preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sid Jacobson JCC