Publicist

The Atlantic has, for more than 160 years, advanced ideas that matter and sparked global conversation on the most important issues of our time. We aim to bring clarity and original thinking to questions of consequence, on topics ranging from politics, the economy, and global affairs to technology, science, and culture. As the third-longest-running magazine in America, we find ourselves at a remarkable moment: one of both continuation and transformation, of upholding our legacy while continuously reinventing ourselves for the future.

We are seeking an experienced communications professional to join The Atlantic’s communications team. Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Communications, the publicist will be part of a team dedicated to developing strategies and promoting the company, its staff, journalism, products, and events across all divisions.

The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years media relations, communications, or journalism experience with an appreciation for news and publishing. The candidate will be excited by the pace of a newsroom. The publicist will diligently maintain important internal and external relationships, devote strong attention to detail, thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional environment, and be able to work under deadline.

The publicist’s responsibilities include:

Publicity of The Atlantic's journalism published online, in the magazine, in audio, and events, most notably the annual Atlantic Festival;

Supporting promotion of pivotal company initiatives and launches;

Pitching and coordinating logistics for broadcast interviews with The Atlantic’s journalists;

Drafting pitches, press announcements, and internal comms, and prepping materials for distribution;

Building and maintaining press lists and compiling press coverage;

Seeking and securing brand building opportunities for The Atlantic’s leadership and journalists.

Attributes of the ideal candidate include:

A self-starter who takes initiative and can manage projects independently

Strong internal communication skills

Excellent writing and research skills

Strong attention to detail and an ability to multitask

An ability to plan comprehensively, work both independently and collaboratively, and manage and prioritize projects to satisfy competing deadlines

Eagerness to learn, support, and collaborate with a fast-moving team

Familiarity with media databases (i.e. Muck Rack); Newsdesk; Google Suite.

The position is based in Washington, DC or New York and reports to the Senior Vice President of Communications for The Atlantic.

Salary Minimum: $55,000; Salary Maximum: $70,000