The purpose of this job is to assist in developing and executing public relations and external communications to raise awareness and affinity about the company and brand.
- Assist in developing public relations and external communications strategies and plans to support the companys goals and objectives
- Aid in drafting and publishing external communications materials including press releases blogs talking points and media statements
- Draft media responses for approval and respond to media requests
- Support in the planning and execution of public relations events and initiatives
- Collaborate with agency partners stakeholders and team members
- Maintain a calendar of external communications activities and partner with marketing and project management teams to track deliverables
- Support B2B and sales communications requests and draft materials including customer emails and newsletters
- Serve as a resource for select business areas and assist with public relations efforts to support major initiatives
- Assist in preparing company spokespeople
- Occasionally attend and serve as company representative at industry and media events
- Track monitor and report on company media results and utilize the organizations media monitoring system
- Research and identify new public relations ideas tactics and media opportunities
- Model behaviors that support the companys common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level
- Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules regulations policies and procedures
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree required
- 1 2 years experience with media public relations and/or external communications
- Experience working within a large matrixed organization preferred
Specialized Knowledge
- Intermediate Microsoft Office and Adobe skills
- Proficient in AP style
Competencies
- Strong relationship building and influencing skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to take initiative work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information ethically and responsibly
Additional Information :
Travel
Travel required up to 15%
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time
- Able to work evenings and odd hours as needed
- Able to lift 20 lbs.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime