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Department:

School of Communication

Time Type:

Part time

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Modality:

Union:

Excluded

Job Description:

Summary:

The Public Relations Specialist will support publicity and media outreach for the 2026 Anacostia Youth Media Festival, taking place September 26 - 27, 2026, at THEARC in Congress Heights. This short-term, 25-hour position will develop and execute a targeted communications strategy to increase festival visibility and audience engagement. The specialist will identify and contact media outlets, pitch festival stories and youth filmmakers, draft press materials, coordinate interviews and media attendance, and support digital promotion. The ideal candidate is an organized, strong communicator with experience in public relations, media outreach, arts, film, youth programs, or community-based initiatives. The position requires initiative, professionalism, and strong writing skills.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and implement a focused PR and media outreach plan for the 2026 Anacostia Youth Media Festival.
  
  

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University

Department:

School of Communication

Time Type:

Part time

Job Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Modality:

Union:

Excluded

Job Description:

Summary:

The Public Relations Specialist will support publicity and media outreach for the 2026 Anacostia Youth Media Festival, taking place September 26 - 27, 2026, at THEARC in Congress Heights. This short-term, 25-hour position will develop and execute a targeted communications strategy to increase festival visibility and audience engagement. The specialist will identify and contact media outlets, pitch festival stories and youth filmmakers, draft press materials, coordinate interviews and media attendance, and support digital promotion. The ideal candidate is an organized, strong communicator with experience in public relations, media outreach, arts, film, youth programs, or community-based initiatives. The position requires initiative, professionalism, and strong writing skills.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and implement a focused PR and media outreach plan for the 2026 Anacostia Youth Media Festival.