We're Hiring: Public Relations Manager
The Public Relations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of various projects for clients, from planning to execution and final delivery. The PR Manager should be a dynamic individual with a proven track record of articulating strategy, writing and executing public relations plans and managing client expectations. This full-time position requires an average of 40 hours a week (mostly remote work) and reports to the Vice President of Strategy.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with Client Operations Manager to build and maintain client relationships, confidently interacting with all levels of leadership internally and externally.
Seamlessly manage multiple projects of various scopes with differing and converging timelines.
Participate in new client onboarding, capturing clear notes with action items to share with stakeholders and team members.
Serve as a knowledgeable, reliable point of contact, including expertise of tools and knowledge of various stakeholders to gather necessary assets or information.
Write press releases and other marketing collateral.
Have a firm grasp of Associated Press style.
Identify and understand challenges or underlying concerns, proactively share ideas, and develop effective, tactful responses or elevate to higher management.
Work independently and cooperatively with a positive demeanor and supportive team mindset.
Develop and maintain public relations source lists for each client.
Build and execute media pitches (including all required assets, such as visuals or graphics) in accordance with the PR plan.
Write press releases and associated materials that further client messaging.
OTHER DUTIES
Manage projects within Asana and Slack.
Engage with media and influencers independently to build and nurture relationships.
Participate in/and or lead monthly meetings (in person or via Zoom) with each client and RSC team.
Contribute details of media placements and PR progress to monthly analytics notes.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Advertising/Marketing, Communications or related field.
Three-five years experience in public relations. Agency experience preferred.
Prior professional writing experience; experience in journalism is preferred.
Experience developing and implementing new strategies and programs that successfully achieve business objectives.
Organized and skilled in project management. Must balance high-priority, long-term projects with short-term, immediate deadlines.
Proven ability to effectively leverage marketing budgets.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Fast, creative thinker/problem solver.
Team player.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to network and create strong interpersonal connections with key industry players is a definite plus.
BENEFITS
Equipment provided
Flexible scheduling
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
PAY RANGE
$45,000-$58,000
To apply or be considered for future openings, please email info@rachelsutherland.net with your resume and work samples, or links to work samples. No phone calls please.