Are you pursuing your degree in marketing, communications, or journalism? Or have you recently entered the workforce? We are looking for a Communications Specialist to support our dynamic account team. This is an entry-level position, but it is a great way to gain experience and learn more about what you may want in a career. If you are interested, we can offer academic credit as well.

Job Summary
The Communications Specialist is responsible for assisting account team members in executing communications programs for agency clients and providing back-up administrative support. This role is an hourly, nonexempt, entry-level position within the agency.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides assistance in executing assigned client communication campaigns. Tasks include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Drafting/distributing press materials, including news releases, calendar listings and media alerts

• Compiling/qualifying media lists

•  Drafting social media content, researching trends, managing content and reporting analytics

• Reporting media and social during/after announcements, milestones and events

• Creating media recaps - collecting/copying/scanning media clips

• Performing research; presenting findings

• Coordinating event logistics; assisting with on-site execution

• Other tasks as assigned by Account Manager

Success in the Communications Specialist position will be measured by the following benchmarks:

• Performs thorough and relevant research

• Produces quality work without grammatical errors

• Actively meets set deadlines for all tasks

• Handles challenges in a timely and professional manner

• Lack of complaints from staff

• Produces quality work and adheres to the agency’s standards of excellence
   

These benchmarks will be evaluated by the assigned direct manager.

Qualifications

• Education/Experience – Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing or other relevant area; candidate must have work portfolio (i.e. writing samples, school marketing campaigns, etc.)

• Computer – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook

• Communications – general knowledge of basic communications tools used to support communications and branding campaigns (i.e. media relations, advertising, collateral, events, digital, grass-roots, etc.); general knowledge of social media outlets; writing, particularly AP Style 

• ​Capabilities – multi-tasking, performing under tight deadlines, attention to detail, organized, excellent writing skills, can do attitude, asks questions and takes direction/constructive criticism​​

• ​Personality Traits – persistent, optimistic, service-oriented, can-do attitude, initiative, honest, responsible

Other

• Hours range from 20-30 hours per week (exact schedule to be determined based on client needs)

• This position will work remotely with personal digital equipment including computer (with Microsoft Office) and phone.