Due to changes beyond any of our control, this busy well-established PR agency is seeking another well-organized professional with a proven track record. Our ideal candidate must be self-motivated, capable of juggling multiple projects and ambitious enough to seek and assist in obtaining new clients while assisting current accounts and helping other staff members. If you have PR experience with mad social media skills and enjoy the challenges that this industry will dish out, we would love to hear from you.
We offer 100% paid health, dental and vision insurance, a retirement plan, bonuses and more.
Salary: $50,000
This is NOT a remote work position.
Summary:
Knowledgeable about public relations and key social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube and LinkedIn, as well as informed and inquisitive about new emerging platforms. Able to create and disseminate press releases and messaging on social media platforms as well as analyze and report on public relations and social media metrics.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, but other duties may be assigned.
· Create public relations and social media content optimized for the intended target market.
· Gather research and data needed to formulate tactical communications plan development and recommendations for clients with oversight from senior account executive and/or CEO.
· Present communications materials and strategies to clients in an effective, personable and insightful manner.
· Prepare and distribute press releases, letters to the editor and opinions/editorial pieces to the media and follow up.
· Manage and track paid traditional advertising and social media promotional campaigns.
· Regularly report on project status/results, analyze data and provide ideas for changing/optimizing campaigns as needed.
· Manage all internal and external communications as they relate to client needs and respond to client feedback.
· Maintain confidentiality while working closely with clients regarding all aspects of their campaign.
· Assist in new business pitches and proposals for potential clients.
Qualifications
· Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
· Knowledge in creating and posting social media content including both text and graphics.
· Ability to plan social media and analyze social media metrics.
· Knowledge of public relations writing and AP style.
· Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Canva, or other graphics development tool.
· Ability to learn and interpret social media management platforms including, but not limited to, Sprout Social.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, marketing communications or related field.
3-5 years of relevant experience with emphasis on public relations and social media. Agency experience a plus.
Language Skills
Proficient in spoken and written English.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to create budgets and compute rate, ratio and percentage.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to analyze and plan communications campaigns. The ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variable situations and the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and/or scheduled form.
Computer Skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Canva, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Instagram and YouTube and willing to learn new, emerging social media platforms as needed.
Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet project deadlines.
Other Qualifications
Reliable transportation and auto insurance.
Physical Demands
Able to lift and carry approximately up to 30 lbs.
Work Environment
Primarily 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
In-office position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person