Media Relations Intern - Fall

Champion Management Group, LLC; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Champion Management Group, LLC is seeking a part-time public relations assistant in the Dallas area. The role involves drafting press materials, building media lists, and conducting targeted outreach to secure coverage across food/beverage and lifestyle sectors.

The ideal candidate is a senior or recent graduate in marketing, communications, or journalism with strong writing and communication skills, able to work with limited supervision in a hybrid in-office setting.

Qualifications

• Enrolled senior or recent graduate in marketing, communications or journalism.
• Team player able to work with limited supervision.
• Experience securing media placements in food/beverage or lifestyle space is a bonus.
• Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit press releases, media alerts, blogs and other PR materials using AP Style for clients.
• Build and update media lists tailored to target markets and outlets.
• Conduct outreach on client campaigns and distribute press releases to media contacts via email.
• Pitch story ideas to journalists and secure positive coverage.
• Monitor media outlets for industry trends and opportunities.
• Develop and pitch TV and radio segments to maximize exposure.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Marketing/Communications/Journalism degree

Tools

Muck Rack

Job description

Responsibilities

Draft and edit press releases, media alerts, blogs and other PR materials using AP Style for various clients across different industries.

Build, maintain and update media lists tailored to clients’ target markets, including local consumer, business, trade and national media outlets.

Conduct outreach on client campaigns and distribute press releases to media contacts via email and Muck Rack, ensuring timely and effective communication.

Pitch story ideas to journalists, build relationships with media members and secure positive media coverage for clients.

Monitor media outlets for industry trends, client mentions and opportunities for coverage.

Develop and pitch TV and radio segments, especially morning shows, in various markets to maximize client exposure.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate is a current senior working toward a degree or recently received their college degree in marketing, communications, journalism or a related discipline

A team player who is also comfortable working with limited supervision

One year of experience with proven success in securing media placements in the food/beverage or lifestyle space is a bonus

Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Energetic, organized, detail-oriented and self-motivated

Schedule

Part-time, non-exempt hourly position

28 hours per week

Hybrid role in the office Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays

Applicants must reside in the DFW area and be able to commute to our Dallas office.