What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Relations Specialist position at Wellons Communications?
Wellons Communications, a dynamic, independent PR and social media firm, is looking for a PR Specialist to join our Orlando team. We represent clients in a variety of industries, from attractions, hospitality and restaurants to construction and finance.
We’re looking for the right person to work hard, have fun and grow with our agency.
The successful candidate will have the ability to take in client and internal direction and help move tasks forward.
Most importantly, the PR Specialist will embody our company values, rolling up his or her sleeves, answering the call and delivering excellent results for our clients and the agency every time.
If that’s you, send your resume and cover letter to Lauren Sedam at lauren@wellonscommunications.com.
What you’ll do
- Write content, from eblasts to SEO blogs and press releases
- Load press releases and distribute to media
- Pitch media and coordinate coverage
- Coordinate on media coverage with influencers, including working with the client to set up experiences
- Create eblasts and distribute to customers
- Track client hits and keep media charts updated
- Communicate with clients via email and calls
- Contribute to client reports
- Help manage multiple clients, keeping projects on course and juggling deadlines
- Update websites with blogs and new content
- Other coordination duties as assigned
What we’re looking for
- 1 year agency or journalism experience preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to hit deadlines
- Solid writing skills for a variety of deliverables, including press releases, web content and social
- Ability to shoot content for social media as needed
- Exceptional organizational and project management skills
- Knowledge of and experience with a variety of social media platforms
- Experience with WordPress and Constant Contact
- Knowledge of AP Style
- Sharp copy-editing skills
- Solid computer skills, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Adobe
- A team player
- Working knowledge of design and design programs is a plus
Education
- Undergraduate degree required