PETA Latino Communications Assistant

Position Objective:

Support the PETA Latino Communications team in generating impactful media coverage, securing celebrity and influencer engagement, and amplifying outreach efforts for our campaigns

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide administrative support, including filing and record keeping, form submissions, date tracking and reminders, financial reporting, travel booking, and other tasks as assigned

• Schedule and organize meetings, and take accurate, detailed meeting notes

• Organize celebrity mailings and gifts, and maintain detailed records of public figure interactions, media contacts, news releases, and media coverage

• Maintain our digital organizational system 

• Utilize software to push media communications and build lists 

• Correspond and compose communications (such as thank you notes) to reporters and high-profile figures

• Draft talking points, letters to celebrities and media, ad copy, and other written materials as assigned

• Assist in organizing celebrity and influencer projects, including photo shoots, and the production and editing of print, radio, TV, and social media campaigns

• Represent PETA Latino at events, on set, and in meetings to build and strengthen relationships with talent, their teams, and other industry professionals

• Perform research to identify outreach opportunities and stay current on Latino popular culture and trends. Research celebrities and influencers with strong followings and help develop creative strategies to engage them.

• Monitor current events and news stories relevant to Latinos and Latin America to identify timely outreach opportunities

• Support the Senior Translator and Associate Director of PETA Latino Communications, as well as the Director, and SVP of Communications, with program-specific responsibilities and other duties as assigned 

• Fluency in both English and Spanish (written and spoken) is required

• Exceptional Spanish-language writing skills 

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management abilities

• Willingness and ability to travel to photo shoots and meetings may be required

• Discretion, reliability, and honesty when working with high-profile individuals

• Professional demeanor and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, including media, celebrities, influencers, and industry professionals

• Deep interest in and knowledge of Latin popular culture

• Strategic thinker with strong research and analytical skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under tight deadlines

• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record 

• Professional appearance and conduct, especially when representing the organization publicly

• Commitment to PETA’s philosophy and ability to professionally advocate for animal liberation

• Naturally, you'd need to be committed to the objectives of the organization, and living a vegan lifestyle would be a part of this 

The hourly pay range for this position is $15.91 - $21.38 per hour. The ultimate hourly pay within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience and the cost of living in the area in which the candidate will live and work. 

A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.

Application Deadline: 

Applications for this position will be accepted until September 3, 2025.

We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.