Date Posted:
April 29, 2026
Position Title:
Media Relations Lead
Office/Company:
RH Strategic
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-05635
Reports To:
Location:
Washington, DC
Contact:
Salary:
$95,000–$120,000 annually
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
RH Strategic is seeking an experienced media relations professional to join its team in Washington, D.C. (internal title: media relations lead). This role is ideal for professionals with experience working at the intersection of policy and communications within the D.C. market.Lead and execute media strategy and outreach that drives high-impact earned coverage, including developing compelling storylines, pitch angles, and integrated media plans aligned with client objectives.Top-tier media relations experience with a recent and strong track record of securing high-impact, top-tier placements for clients (7–10 years of experience).
Responsibilities:
• Lead and execute media strategy and outreach that drives high-impact earned coverage, including developing compelling storylines, pitch angles, and integrated media plans aligned with client objectives.
• Secure top-tier media placements across print, digital, and broadcast platforms, leveraging strong relationships with reporters, editors, and producers to generate meaningful client outcomes.
• Proactively identify and act on real-time opportunities tied to breaking news, policy developments, and cultural trends to position clients in relevant conversations.
• Build and maintain strong media relationships, while guiding and mentoring team members on relationship development and best practices for outreach and engagement.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to clients, providing counsel on media positioning, timing, and approach, and leading executive media training, interview preparation, and ongoing engagement.
Qualifications:
• Top-tier media relations experience with a recent and strong track record of securing high-impact, top-tier placements for clients (7–10 years of experience).
• Recent and relevant public relations agency experience (in the last 5 years).
• Lead media efforts with the team, meet or exceed deadlines, and prioritize assignments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with teams, clients, media, and partners.
• Ability to take feedback and apply it to future work, with a natural curiosity and desire to grow.
Instructions:
Email to apply
Other:
Equal opportunity employer; applicants welcomed from diverse backgrounds.
