Public Relations Assistant

We are looking for a promising Public Relations Assistant to support our PR team with various administrative tasks. Though you’ll be holding an entry-level position, your work will be instrumental in the development and execution of PR plans and strategies.

Our ideal candidate will be a young and creative PR or communications graduate, brimming with potential. A fervent interest in the field partnered with good writing and research skills are very important to us. If you’re also well-organized, confident and an excellent communicator, we’d like to meet you.

The goal is to facilitate the smooth running of daily operations and success of PR efforts.

Responsibilities

• Keep calendars (editorial, press conferences, events etc.) and media lists
• Participate in brainstorming and planning sessions
• Assist in organizing and execution of events, campaigns etc.
• Conduct research to support PR planning
• Draft and distribute content such as newsletters and releases
• Edit videos and presentations as assigned
• Support relations with stakeholders, media, vendors etc.
• Assist in tracking media coverage or PR metrics (e.g. web analytics)
• Invent ways to streamline communication and plan execution
• Undertake general administrative and clerical duties
  
  

Requirements

• Proven experience as a PR assistant or similar position
• Understanding of PR and marketing concepts and practices
• Willingness to follow industry trends and current methods
• Knowledge of video production and editing
• Computer savvy; working knowledge of databases and design software (e.g. Photoshop) is a plus
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Well-organized, able to work with deadlines
• An analytical mind with attention to detail
• Outgoing and confident
• BSc/BA in public relations, communications or relevant field