PART-TIME PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT

LJ Public Relations is a bi-coastal, multi-disciplinary communications consultancy that provides integrated public relations, marketing, event and branding solutions to clients in the fashion, accessories, beauty, wellness, pet and home/design industries.  

PART-TIME PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSISTANT

Job description

The part-time Public Relations Assistant is responsible for supporting the needs of the business including: administrative duties, taking notes, calendar management, account support, sample trafficking, report creation, and honing writing skills.  This position knows how to make things happen and is a creative problem-solver who loves a fast-paced environment.  Additionally, the assistant on the team will love building strong team relationships and will help instill a positive and productive work environment. They should have a can-do attitude and be a team player. There is the opportunity for this position to evolve into a full time position.

Job Responsibilities

• Create and draft press coverage reports on a monthly and weekly basis for clients
• Build, manage and update database of media and influencers
• Prepare detailed agenda recap notes for client calls/meetings for circulation post meetings 
• Monitor media coverage and create press clippings to clients in a timely manner
• Drafting and contributing to all necessary media and client materials as directed including fact sheets, press releases, bios, and media alerts
• Ideate and contribute to developing creative pitch angles across clients under the direction of manager
• Tracking industry trends and identifying relevant opportunities for clients
• Support team with event production, organization and set up of special events
• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience in PR, communications or marketing (including internships)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organized and detail oriented with an ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment 
• Proactive and productive attitude
• Strong understanding of current events, social media, pop culture and trends and ability to think creatively

This position is located in our New York office, with a hybrid work schedule (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday in-office). This is a part-time role of approximately 15–20 hours per week, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time position. The estimated pay range for this position is $20–$25/hour.