Public Relations Coordinator in Chicago
Job Description
Position Description
Reporting to the Public Relations Manager for the North America region, the NA Public Relations Coordinator (PRC) will be responsible for supporting NA media relations and strategic communications.
Specifically, the PRC will assist in all aspects of public relations planning, coordination, and execution from ideating and event planning to monitoring and tracking key earned media metrics.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Ideating / executing / evaluating consumer tech and lifestyle PR media campaigns
Involvement from strategy development to execution - plan, develop, implement, pitch, and secure media for campaigns
Manage inbound media and influencer inquiries in the PR inbox with the global team
Help prep team and senior leaders for internal and external events
Compiling and maintaining media lists for outreach
Coverage tracking and reporting; ongoing and at key product launch moments
Strong understanding of the media landscape / evolving communications environment
Recommend new areas and angles to stimulate awareness of the Client, and its technology in North America
Bring new ideas and a fresh perspective to the team and our way of working
Partner with internal Client team members to execute launch plans for new products. This will include logistical items such as event planning or scheduling media attendees for the launch and tactical pitching to secure coverage for the launch
Effectively communicate and collaborate with other departments within the Client for maximum impact
Think creatively and identify new opportunities for the team
Work Experience
Position Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing, or Communications
At least 2 years of media relations experience; PR agency experience preferred
Strong written skills; able to write concise, engaging, and informative copy
Strong oral communication skills; willing and able to speak up in meetings (internal and external) and able to hold conversations with media
Strong project management skills; detail-oriented with time management skills
Strong problem-solving skills coupled with analytical abilities
Experience with earned media reporting and competitive research
Flexibility; we are always moving so quickly and efficiently, this person needs to be comfortable with switching directions quickly
Must consume the media on a daily basis and be up-to-speed on current events
Benefits
Your health is important! Medical benefits should be affordable and easy to use with your busy schedule. Thats why we offer our teammates custom-built benefits that are affordable and convenient to use.
When youre a part of our team, you will have affordable benefits youll actually use :
- $5 Prescription drug copays,
- $5 Doctors Visit copays,
- Free Teledoctor Service,
- Free Counseling Services,
- Life Insurance Included,
- Vision Insurance Included,
- Dental Insurance Included,
- Rocket Lawyer,
- K 3% match,
- Vacation and Holiday Pay and Scholarship Opportunities.
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