Public Relations Assistant

Shik Innovation Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Professional development

Collaborative team environment

Career growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

SHIK Innovation Group in Austin, Texas is seeking a motivated Public Relations Assistant to support public engagement, brand representation, and relationship-building initiatives.

You will help communicate brand values, contribute to promotional activities, and maintain a positive image during public interactions. This entry-level role offers practical PR experience and development opportunities within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, approachable, and customer-focused attitude.
• Confidence interacting with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow instructions.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn.
• Previous public relations, promotional, or customer service experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with public relations activities and in-person promotional events.
• Represent the company and its partner brands professionally.
• Communicate approved brand messages and promotional information.
• Help prepare presentation materials for public-facing activities.
• Build positive relationships with customers, attendees, and community members.
• Respond to general questions and direct specialized inquiries to the appropriate team member.
• Support brand awareness initiatives and customer engagement activities.
• Gather feedback from public interactions and share observations with the team.
• Help maintain consistent messaging across promotional activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support public relations objectives.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer-focused

Organization

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Learning mindset

Job description

About Us

At SHIK Innovation Group, our vision is to be a catalyst for transformation in the world of marketing and business innovation. We aim to empower brands to not only adapt to change but to lead it—creating strategies that redefine industries, inspire growth, and build lasting impact.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and outgoing Public Relations Assistant to support public engagement, brand representation, and relationship-building initiatives. The successful candidate will help communicate brand values, contribute to promotional activities, and maintain a positive and professional image when interacting with the public.

This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working with people and wants to develop practical public relations skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with public relations activities and in-person promotional events.
• Represent the company and its partner brands professionally.
• Communicate approved brand messages and promotional information.
• Help prepare presentation materials for public-facing activities.
• Build positive relationships with customers, attendees, and community members.
• Respond to general questions and direct specialized inquiries to the appropriate team member.
• Support brand awareness initiatives and customer engagement activities.
• Gather feedback from public interactions and share relevant observations with the team.
• Help maintain consistent messaging across promotional activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support public relations objectives.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, approachable, and customer-focused attitude.
• Confidence interacting with diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and follow instructions.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn.
• Previous public relations, promotional, or customer service experience is a plus but not required.

What We Offer

• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Practical experience in public engagement and brand representation.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to improve presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Potential for career growth and advancement.
• Compensation based on the position and experience.