A Public Relations Writer position is now available in the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area. Our client is looking for a persuasive AP style writer with journalistic roots and a passion for PR and Communications. The Public Relations Writer needs to have a solid understanding of PR campaigns and content and how it differs, yet compliments integrated marketing and advertising efforts.

This is a fully work from home position, however candidates must be local to the Greater Phoenix, Arizona area to attend team meetings, client meetings, and industry events when needed. If interested in joining an award-winning organization and team of elite writers, apply now for immediate consideration. 

Public Relations Writer Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for delivering PR communications such as news articles, award nominations, media pitches, press releases, blogs, social media communications, web content, etc.
• Works closely with senior leadership in executing strategic PR campaigns, as well as brainstorming and contributing to planning process related to content strategy.
• Conduct online research and interviewing of sources to extract and create compelling and insightful content.
• Mentor team of junior peers, familiarizing them on various writing styles, targeting and key messaging, as well as guiding them on strategy and proofreading/editing work.
• Act as a creative resource to drive content strategy and copywriting across all key platforms and integrated campaigns.
• Regularly meet with internal team and clients to report on campaign performance, analytics and ROI, etc.
• Actively participate in discovery and brainstorm meetings with internal teams and partners – stay up to date on all industry trends, etc.
• Continue to foster and grow relationships with clients and identify potential areas of growth and opportunity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in PR, Journalism, Communications, or related field of study
• Minimum 5 years of professional PR AP Style writing experience working in a fast-paced environment and/or PR and marketing agency
• Exposure working with clients across a variety of industries: B2B, B2C, healthcare, financial services, legal, professional services, etc.
• Experience in PR and Media Relations local, regional, and national experience
• Proficient in AP Style writing proofreading and editing skills
• Inspirational, motivational, and resourceful team player that takes immense pride in what you do!
• A great storyteller who excels at developing compelling pitches, press releases, newsletters, and persuasive/PR specific content. Must have an understanding and be able to communicate the various styles of writing effectively, PR vs Marketing vs Advertising content, etc.
• Portfolio that offers a diverse collection of writing samples, focused on PR writing!

Benefits

• Flex Schedule Remote/work from home 
• Full Benefits 401k 
• Generous PTO with paid holidays holiday break between Christmas and New Years Day 
• Continued learning and growth opportunities 
• Happy hours, lunches, award ceremonies, team outings, etc.