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Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors · 2 months ago

Senior Communications Specialist

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$300K/yr - $400K/yr

10+ years exp

Brewer, Attorneys & Counselors is a firm that handles high-stakes legal cases and integrates various professionals to provide top-tier advocacy. They are seeking a Senior Communications Specialist to assist clients with public communications challenges, requiring strong writing and analytical skills.

Consulting

Responsibilities

Drafting and distributing press releases

Building and managing relationships with journalists and media contacts

Monitoring media coverage and analyzing public perception

Writing and editing website content, articles, social media and blog posts

Creation of engaging visuals and multimedia content to support client and Firm communications

Developing and executing social media campaigns

Monitoring social media interactions

Developing and implementing crisis communication plans

Responding to negative media coverage and managing reputational issues

Qualification

Strategic communicationsMedia relationsCrisis communicationsContent creationSocial media managementEditing skillsStakeholder managementAnalytical skillsWriting skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Political Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred

10+ years of progressively responsible experience in strategic communications, with strong preference for political consulting, public affairs, or government-related work

Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences and platforms

Demonstrated expertise in media relations, message development, and crisis communications, including experience serving as a senior spokesperson or advisor

Strong interpersonal, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating with senior leadership and external partners

Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies aligned with organizational or campaign objectives

Advanced proficiency in social media platforms, digital communications tools, analytics, and generative AI software to inform strategy and enhance content production