NATIONAL RETAIL FEDERATION Coordinator, Media Relations Salary in the United States

Description

Description

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has represented retail for over a century. Every day, we passionately stand up for the people, policies and ideas that help retail thrive. As the nation’s largest private-sector employer, retail contributes $2.6 trillion to the annual gross domestic product (GDP); no other industry comes close. Wherever the industry goes, the nation follows — so we’re committed to helping retail go further.

NRF has an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated Coordinator to contribute to our commuications team. This role is responsible fo, supporting  the department and implementation of NRF communications strategies through media relations and messaging. 

Essential Functions

• Supports the day-to-day functions of the communications and public affairs department

• Drafts and distributes press releases and media advisories

• Assists with pitching media around specific events and announcements

• Manages incoming correspondence of media calls on NRF press line 

• Maintains and updates media contacts and distribution lists 

• Edits and organizes talking points for NRF spokespeople

• Compiles and distributes media clips, news coverage and analytics reports

• Manages the Press section of the NRF website, including content for nrf.com and @NRFnews

• Manages and coordinates press registration for conferences and teleconferences, including logistics and materials

• Provides communications support for NRF shows and special events

• Ensures high-quality writing of all published content 

• Assists SVP and VP of Communications and Public Affairs with general administrative tasks including expenses and scheduling

• Performs other related duties as assigned 

Requirements

Background/ Skills /Abilities 

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in communications, journalism, or a related field 

• 1-2 years of professional experience in media relations, public relations, or related field

• Excellent research, writing, editing and verbal communication skills

• Working knowledge of Cision or other media contact management software, MS Office and Drupal or other CMS

• Experience successfully managing projects from strategy development through execution

• Ability to understand and communicate advocacy issues as related to the retail industry

• Ability to identify current and emerging retail trends and integrate into applicable strategies

• Exhibit critical thinking skills to develop creative solutions to complex issues

• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and prioritize a variety of tasks 

• Ability to work occasional overtime required 

• Ability to work independently and on a team

• Some travel required