Media Relations Analyst - U.S. Coast Guard

Description

Vistra is seeking a Media Relations Analyst to support the U.S. Coast Guard Office of Governmental Public Affairs (CG-092). The analyst will manage media inquiries, track and report press engagement and provide leadership with metrics and coverage analysis. Responsibilities also include distributing daily press clips and assisting with press releases, public affairs guidance, and other media products to strengthen the Coast Guard’s public profile. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Track, manage, and log incoming and outgoing media inquiries.  
• Provide regular metrics and analytics on media relations functions and press coverage.  
• Compile and distribute press clips on a daily basis.  
• Draft press releases, public affairs guidance, and other media relations products. 

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, media, or related field., and at least four (4) years of relevant experience, OR  
• Master’s degree or higher in business, communications, media, or related field and at least two (2) years of experience.  
• Understanding and experience with media relations and associated analytics with experience in industry standard media metrics software (i.e. Cision, Meltwater).   
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. 

About Vistra:  Vistra Communications, doing business as Vistra and Vistra Federal Solutions, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) headquartered in Tampa, FL with an office in Springfield, VA providing professional support serviced to Defense, Federal, and Civilian Agencies.  Approximately 25% of our “team member” employees work in the National Capital Region, providing communications, outreach, and organizational transformation services to our public sector customers.  Vistra provides medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, Paid Time Off, Parental and Bereavement Leave, and Professional Development, among other benefits. 

US Citizenship Required: Due to the requirements of the federal contract that this position supports, U.S. citizenship is required. Citizenship will be confirmed via I-9/E-Verify at the start of employment.