Junior Publicist

J / PR is a global communications firm specializing in public relations, content creation, and social media. We work with some of the best hotels, resorts, and lifestyle brands in the world, including Relais & Chateaux, Vail Resorts Hospitality, and Hilton Luxury Brands to name a few.

Being a part of this international powerhouse agency will connect you to a roster of distinguished hotels, resorts, restaurants, real estate projects, and destinations across the globe, elevating your career.

We tell compelling original stories to connect brands to their target audiences. We’re passionate, professional, and purpose-driven.

The Role

As the Junior Publicist, you are a crucial part of the J / PR team, drafting pitches and press releases, building media lists, and researching the things that will make our clients stand out amongst the crowd.

Our ideal Junior Publicist recognizes that most often, the small stuff is actually the big stuff. As you proactively start to take on more responsibility, you’ll begin to dabble in more media relations, responding to incoming media leads and flagging multi-client opportunities to the agency.

You’ll also begin to join client calls, learn how we work with and service our clients, and make your mark in the agency by being a reliable, invaluable team player, with impeccable time management and prioritization skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Confidently understand how accounts operate
• Be an organizational master, keeping reports, placements, weekly updates, and media lists tight and accurate
• Begin to participate in creative brainstorming with pitch & programming ideas
• Demonstrate attention to detail while being able to prioritize and multitask
• Support initiatives like press trips, media missions, and events by proactively managing RSVPs and backgrounder development
• Share updates, reports, alerts, and leads
• Join client calls and meetings when necessary

Experience

• College Degree or comparable experience required
• At least 1-2 years of public relations experience
• Agency experience preferred

Requirements

• Computer skills, including Google Suite, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) in a Mac OS environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong knowledge of media and news cycles
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment

Benefits

• Competitive pay : $22 - $25 / hour, commensurate with experience
• Hybrid office schedule (2-3 days in office)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.

J Public Relations (J / PR) strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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