POSITION SUMMARY:
Palestine Legal seeks a full-time Media Specialist to support the organization’s communications and media strategy.
Palestine Legal is an independent organization dedicated to protecting the civil and constitutional rights of people in the U.S. who speak out for Palestinian freedom. Our mission is to bolster the Palestine solidarity movement by challenging efforts to threaten, harass and legally bully activists into silence and inaction. Palestine Legal is committed to a movement lawyering approach, and we strive to put into practice our values.
The Media Specialist will be responsible for supporting Palestine Legal’s communications program, developing and executing strategic communications and media plans in support of the organization's legal and advocacy work. They will work closely with the Communications Specialist and report to the Communications Manager. This person will collaborate with Palestine Legal staff, clients, attorney network partners, and partner organizations to publicize client stories of repression and resilience, promote strategic narratives around cases, pressure targets, share legal analysis, amplify movement demands, and help shift public opinion in favor of the Palestine movement.
The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in communications, media, or public relations. The position requires strong writing and communications skills, excellent attention to detail, strong project management and planning skills, and enthusiasm for getting Palestinian and Palestine solidarity perspectives in the media. Tell us your favorite ice cream flavor so we know you read the whole job description.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
With the Communications Manager and Communications Specialist, assist with the development and execution of strategic communications and media plans in support of the organization’s legal and advocacy work.
Pitch newsworthy stories to journalists, respond to media requests, develop relationships with journalists, maintain up-to-date press lists, and track media hits.
Work with staff, clients, and attorney network partners on media campaigns, including developing strategy, prepping for communications with media outlets and media interviews, and providing feedback.
Administrative tasks to maintain internal communications workflows.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Draft and edit content for publication across Palestine Legal’s communications platforms including social media (Instagram, X, Bluesky, Facebook), website, and emails.
Participate in organizational and programmatic planning processes and contribute to other project areas, including development and public education, as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 4 years of related communications or media experience, preferably in a non-profit or grassroots organizing setting.
Associates or higher degree preferred; equivalent experience and/or job training may be substituted for degree.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Excellent knowledge of mainstream and independent media landscape, including trends and best practices.
Exceptional writing and communication skills, including a demonstrated ability to translate and communicate legal or other complex issues to a variety of audiences.
Demonstrated experience in editing copy and accuracy in spelling, grammar, and fact-checking.
Strong storytelling and communications intuition.
Excellent project management skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Commitment to the mission and values of Palestine Legal and with roots in the Palestinian community and/or movement for Palestinian rights.
Familiarity with and/or directly affected by the legal suppression that Palestinian rights activists face in the United States and with a deep understanding of the Palestine movement in general.
Demonstrated commitment to social justice and human rights issues and to working with, and taking direction from, impacted communities, clients, and grassroots organizations to advance their goals.
Strong proficiency with social media and ability to identify and react to trending topics and events.
Strong interpersonal skills, including in remote workplace settings.
Integrity and sense of humor.
Strong graphic design, multimedia, or video editing skills a plus.
Proficiency with, or ability to quickly learn software such as Canva, Squarespace, and Mailchimp.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
The Media Specialist will report directly to the Communications Sr. Manager. They will also work closely with the Communications Specialist, attorneys, staff, clients, partner organizations, and supporters of Palestine Legal’s work. They will help manage relationships with communications related contractors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Domestic travel up to 3 times a year is expected. Some lifting may be required (e.g. carrying boxes, picking up printed materials, etc., up to 50 pounds on occasion). Candidate must be able to sit for long periods and type on a computer and must be able to communicate frequently by phone and electronically.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position is fully remote, unless located in Chicago, New York City, or the San Francisco Bay Area, where there may be a hybrid remote/in-person schedule at Palestine Legal’s offices.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
This is a full-time (35-hour work week) exempt staff position. Exempt employees may be required to work more than 35-hours per week on occasion to complete time-sensitive work on schedule. Salary is calculated based on years of relevant experience, with annual increases according to an established salary scale; the starting range for this position is $83,538.92 - $90,355.69. Excellent health and other benefits, including paid sick, holidays, and vacation are also provided in a work culture that encourages a healthy work-life balance.
TO APPLY:
Please use this form to submit 1) a resume; 2) two different work samples that demonstrate your relevant skills; and 3) 2-3 brief paragraphs explaining your interest and why you think you’ll excel in the position.
Please attach as one of your work samples a press material (pitch, press release, statement, etc) you previously authored. The following additional work samples are acceptable (please do not exceed 2-3 pages max per sample):
Sample of a pre-existing traditional media plan or toolkit (no need to create anything new).
Email, blogpost, or social media post you authored on behalf of an organization.
Published article or op-ed you authored or ghost wrote.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, with priority given to those received by Monday, November 30, 2026. We will not consider incomplete applications, or application materials drafted using artificial intelligence except for refining your own text such as through spelling or grammar checks. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to individual inquiries. The projected start date is early March 2027.
Palestine Legal recognizes that job seekers from marginalized communities (for example, women, LGBTQ+ people, and people of color) can be less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification listed. We encourage you to consider applying even if you may not meet every attribute listed. Our priority is to find the right candidate for the position.
Palestine Legal is an “at-will” and equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees shall not be discriminated against because of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy and gender expression) identity, color, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified disabled applicants may participate in the application process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of application.