Organization: ThomasARTS
The public relations associate works closely with the public relations director to secure positive publicity for local and national clients as well as for the agency. This includes understanding the needs of clients to create and execute strategic PR plans. The public relations associate serves as the lead on assigned PR accounts with support and guidance from the public relations director, and serves as support on other PR accounts. Additional responsibilities include assisting on new business efforts as needed.
Duties:
• Creating strategic public relations plans and budgets based on clients’ goals
• Securing positive press opportunities for clients
• Maintaining strong client relationships
• Building and maintaining media lists
• Performing media research
• Writing a variety of public relations materials
• Planning client events and working with vendors
• Providing comprehensive reporting of ROI to clients and account managers
• Working with account management and other service areas to facilitate publicity requirements
• Serving as lead on assigned PR accounts and supporting other members of the PR team on their accounts
• Monitoring ongoing press coverage and industry trends
Skills:
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Deep interest in and understanding of the public relations industry
• Experience creating a variety of public relations and marketing 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
• Proven track record of effective problem solving
The position is expected to be filled during the next few weeks.
Contact: Please send resumes and writing samples to opportunities@thomasarts.com. For more information, visit www.ThomasARTS.com.
Ashley Murray | Public Relations Associate & Problem Solver
ThomasARTS
PO Box 70
240 S 200 W Farmington UT, 84025
801-451-5365 Office
801-451-5347 Fax
801-499-7334 Mobile
All interns are expected to maintain a high-quality work ethic as they would with any other employer.
