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ACORN seeks an experienced and energetic individual to lead its national media relations efforts. The Press Coordinator will develop and implement a strategic plan to generate print and broadcast coverage of local and national ACORN’s work. Duties will include:  
– Preparing, distributing and pitching media materials to support ACORN’s campaigns for social and economic justice;  
– Building relationships with key media outlets, editors, and reporters;  
– Assisting ACORN’s national staff and 103 local offices in developing effective messages and media plans;  
– Training and supporting ACORN’s membership of community leaders from low income communities as media spokespeople.  
 
Requirements include:  
– Previous experience in the press, media relations, or campaigns;  
– Excellent writing skills;  
– High motivation;  
– An understanding of and commitment to community organizing and social justice work  
 
The Press Coordinator will report to the national Communications Director and work from ACORN’s national headquarters in New Orleans.  

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Our May meeting will be Saturday, May 17, at 10 a.m. at the Orlando Sentinel, 633 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, 32801.

Questions? Contact the executive board at cfabj1@gmail.com.