ThomasARTS
ThomasARTS, the largest independently owned integrated marketing communications firm in Utah, is seeking a public relations intern. The intern will work closely with the public relations team members to secure positive publicity for clients and for the agency. This includes understanding the needs of clients to create and execute strategic PR plans. The public relations associate serves as support on assigned PR accounts and fulfills needs across the PR team.
Duties and Responsibilities
•Creating strategic public relations plans based on business goals of clients
• Securing positive press opportunities for clients
• Building and maintaining media lists
• Performing media research and media outreach
• Writing a variety of public relations materials
• Assisting with client events
• Providing comprehensive reporting of ROI to clients and account managers
• Working with account management.
Basic Skills Required
•Hold or working toward a degree in public relations or closely related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Deep interest in and understanding of the public relations industry
• Experience creating a variety of public relations materials
• Creativity in developing solutions for client needs
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiar with software such as Cision, LexusNexus and wire services such as PRNewswire
• Experience incorporating social media into marketing campaigns
Please send a resume and writing samples to Jamie.stum@thomasarts.com
All interns are expected to maintain a high-quality work ethic as they would with any other employer.
