What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Relations Freelancer position at Sid Jacobson JCC?
POSITION OVERVIEW
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
QUALIFICATIONS
Proven experience in public and media relations 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
Compensation details: 50-100 Hourly Wage
Salary : $50 - $100