Public Relations Account Coordinator - Entry-Level Growth

Notre Dame; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Pre-PTO

24/7 Mental Healthcare on Demand via T

Mental Health Awareness Days

Friday Freeze

Summer Fridays

Commuter Benefits

Professional trainings and workshops

Phone and gym/fitness stipend

Offices closed between Christmas Eve

Job summary

Notre Dame is seeking an entry-level public relations assistant in New York to support client programs. You will liaise with clients, vendors, and agency departments to coordinate materials, schedule meetings, proofread documents, and prepare reports.

You will assist with media monitoring, pitches, press materials, and event logistics, while building relationships with journalists. Ideal candidates have internship experience in PR or communications, a bachelor’s degree, strong written skills,

Qualifications

• Summer internship experience in a public relations agency or communications department
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, or liberal arts
• Superior oral and written communication skills; proofreading and editing ability
• Entry-level understanding of media writing and media relations, including pitching and writing releases
• Familiarity with digital tools and platforms, including social media
• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Professional, client-ready demeanor with high etiquette in communications
• Willingness to travel as necessary based on client and business needs
• Avid consumer of business and consumer lifestyle news and media
• Ability to learn clients’ businesses and industry specifics quickly
• Strategic, creative, and proactive thinking with attention to detail
• Desire for knowledge and professional development
• Collaborative work across agency practice areas
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between clients, vendors, and agency departments to coordinate materials
• Schedule and coordinate client meetings; develop agendas and recaps
• Proofread internal and client documents for accuracy and quality
• Interact with clients as directed by account team leader
• Conduct media monitoring and analysis; prepare reports for client distribution
• Develop and maintain media contact lists and databases; update regularly
• Identify client-relevant media coverage and flag competitive information
• Build relationships with journalists and influencers; develop pitches and secure coverage
• Draft news releases and pitch letters; prepare briefing memos for interviews
• Participate in logistical operations of special events planning and coordination
• Coordinate and distribute media materials for clients
• Monitor social channels and assist in developing campaign content
• Perform ad hoc account management tasks as assigned

Job description

Notre Dame is seeking an entry-level public relations assistant in New York to support client programs. You will liaise with clients, vendors, and agency departments to coordinate materials, schedule meetings, proofread documents, and prepare reports.

You will assist with media monitoring, pitches, press materials, and event logistics, while building relationships with journalists. Ideal candidates have internship experience in PR or communications, a bachelor’s degree, strong written skills,