PR & Media Relations Coordinator

Pinkston; Falls Church (VA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Flexible hybrid work model

Paid parental leave

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Pinkston, located in Falls Church, VA, is seeking an Account Coordinator to assist with public relations and communications. The role involves media interaction, maintaining media lists, and writing responsibilities around press releases. Candidates should have relevant degrees or experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively.

Pinkston offers a hybrid work model, along with great benefits like health insurance, a 401k plan, and generous vacation policies.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or relevant experience in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism or a related field.
• Strong research, writing and editing skills.
• Robust interpersonal skills and demonstrated interest in working with clients.
• Ability to adapt to change and meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor.
• Alignment with Pinkston’s guiding principles.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain media lists of contacts.
• Prepare new angles for pitching based on relevant news cycle.
• Pitch stories to media contacts by email, social media and phone.
• Secure interviews and media opportunities.
• Edit and assist with press releases and other written materials.
• Organize and track client media interactions.

Skills

Research skills

Writing skills

Editing skills

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Undergraduate degree in relevant field

Job description

Pinkston, located in Falls Church, VA, is seeking an Account Coordinator to assist with public relations and communications. The role involves media interaction, maintaining media lists, and writing responsibilities around press releases. Candidates should have relevant degrees or experience, strong writing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively.

Pinkston offers a hybrid work model, along with great benefits like health insurance, a 401k plan, and generous vacation policies.