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Media & PR Specialist (Contract)

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  • Details

    Job Type:
    Contract / Freelance
    Start Date:
    August 17, 2026
    End Date:
    August 16, 2027
    Application Deadline:
    July 14, 2026
    Experience Level:
    Mid-level
    Compensation:
    CAD 36 / hour
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Climate Change, Environment & Sustainability, Media

    Description

    We Animals is seeking expressions of interest from independent consultants for a one-year fractional engagement. We require a Media & PR Specialist to lead and evolve our earned media strategy, with a focus on:

    • Securing high-impact, photo- and story-driven media placements
    • Building relationships with key editors and journalists
    • Positioning our work within timely, newsworthy narratives across priority regions, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America
    • Elevating We Animals’ voice through strategic thought leadership placements, including op-eds and expert commentary

    As an ideal candidate for this role, you are:

    • Media savvy, with a strong understanding of how newsrooms, journalists, and editorial processes work.
    • Bring a strong network of media contacts, particularly in sectors relevant to animal protection, environmental, science, policy, law, food systems, or mainstream news coverage.
    • An excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
    • Experienced in working with international media outlets and navigating diverse media landscapes.
    • Familiar with the animal advocacy or related nonprofit sectors.
    • Comfortable working with a small, evolving organization.
    • A relationship builder who enjoys connecting people, ideas, and opportunities.
    • Highly organized, proactive, and responsive, with strong attention to detail.

    Contract Details

    • Term: 12-month contract at 24 hours per week
    • Contract Rate: $36 CAD/HR
    • Primary Contact: Director of Marketing & Communications
    • Location: Remote, Global
    • Target Start Date: Mid-August
    • Submission Deadline: July 14 2026 at 11:59PM EDT

    Please visit our website for more details and to apply.

    Level of Language Proficiency

    English

    Location

    Remote
    Work can be performed from anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    Toronto, ON, Canada

    How to Apply

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