Agave Strategy: Nevada Communications Consultant

Agave Strategy:
Nevada Communications Consultant

We are seeking a highly-connected and strategic Communications Consultant based in Nevada. This is a part-time, fully remote, 1099 contract position. In this role, you will lead localized media efforts on behalf of a major environmental NGO client, focusing on advancing clean energy and water conservation policies and projects within Nevada. The ideal candidate is deeply embedded in the Nevada media landscape and has a proven track record of securing earned media and shaping public public relations strategy.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Media Relations:
  Leverage your existing network of Nevada press contacts (print, digital, broadcast, and radio) to proactively pitch and secure earned media coverage.
• Opportunity Identification:
  Monitor local and state news to identify strategic opportunities for media coverage regarding clean energy and water conservation policies and projects in Nevada.
• Strategic Planning:
  Collaborate with the Agave Strategy team, our client(s), and other partners to develop and execute comprehensive public relations campaigns that support specific political and policy objectives within the state.
• Content Creation:
  Draft press releases, media advisories, op-eds, and talking points tailored to the Nevada media market and political landscape.
• Advising:
  Provide on-the-ground insights and strategic counsel regarding Nevada's political climate and how it intersects with environmental and conservation issues.

Qualifications:

• Must be based in Nevada.
• Demonstrated experience in public relations, political communications, journalism, or a closely related field.
• Strong, pre-existing relationships with political, environmental, and local reporters/editors across Nevada.
• Familiarity with clean energy initiatives, water conservation policy, and the environmental advocacy landscape in Nevada.
• Ability to work independently as a 1099 contractor, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a fully remote environment.
• Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish) a plus, but not required