Media Writer

Position Objective: 

To write news releases, pitches, and other press materials that promote PETA entities’ campaigns and events

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Write news releases, pitches, and other press materials requested by the Media Relations Department, other departments, and PETA's international entities

• Write and edit official letters to media 

• Write interview facts for staff spokespeople and statements for the media for all campaigns and projects 

• Review all news release request forms with a critical eye and determine what information is appropriate for press materials

• Keep up to date on PETA entities’ campaigns and incorporate changing elements into press materials

• Apply PETA's in-house style guide to all written press materials

• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

• Degree in a related field or equivalent experience

• Minimum of three years of professional writing experience; newspaper or magazine writing experience preferable

• Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the media industry

• Interest in animal liberation issues and PETA campaigns

• Ability to handle stressful situations with diplomacy

• Demonstrated exceptional written and verbal communication skills 

• Proven ability to deal with a variety of people in a professional manner

• Proven ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and follow through

• Proven ability to make sound judgments and work independently

• Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues

• Commitment to the objectives of the organization

The salary range for this position is $50,000 - $80,168.40 annually. The ultimate salary within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work. 

A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.

Application Deadline:

Applications for this position will be accepted until October 25, 2026.

We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.