Public Relations Assistant

Office of the Indiana Attorney General; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is seeking a Public Relations Assistant to support day-to-day media content creation and public communications. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in government communications, media relations, and storytelling while contributing to the office’s mission.

You will capture and edit videos and photos at events, draft press releases, and create engaging social media content.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations or a closely related field preferred, but not required, including strong academic credentials.
• 1-3 years of related experience.
• Comfortable shooting/editing video and taking photos.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Understanding of print, broadcast, and online media.

Responsibilities

• Capture and edit videos and photos at events, press conferences, community outreach, and office activities to support communications efforts.
• Write and draft press releases and short statements under guidance.
• Create engaging social media content (posts, captions, graphics ideas) for platforms like X/Twitter and Facebook to share office updates and initiatives.
• Assist in monitoring local and state news, current events, and social media mentions related to the Attorney General and office priorities.
• Help prepare monthly newsletters and other basic communications materials.
• Support coordination of media-related activities, such as assisting with press events or distributing materials.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with the Attorney General, team members, media contacts, and the public.
• Works well under pressure and handles stress; Accepts performance-based criticism and direction.
• Performs other communications duties as assigned.

Skills

Video editing

Social media content

Writing

Communication

Editing

Public relations

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in journalism or PR

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Video editing software

Job description

The Public Relations Assistant helps handle day-to-day media content creation and public communications. This is a great entry-level opportunity to gain hands-on experience in government communications, media relations, and storytelling while contributing to the Office of the Indiana Attorney General’s mission.

• Capture and edit videos and photos at events, press conferences, community outreach, and office activities to support communications efforts;
• Write and draft press releases and short statements under guidance;
• Create engaging social media content (posts, captions, graphics ideas) for platforms like X/Twitter and Facebook to share office updates and initiatives;
• Assist in monitoring local and state news, current events, and social media mentions related to the Attorney General and office priorities;
• Help prepare monthly newsletters and other basic communications materials;
• Support coordination of media-related activities, such as assisting with press events or distributing materials;
• Build and maintain positive workingrelationships with the Attorney General, team members, media contacts, and thepublic;
• Works well under pressure and handles stress;
• Accepts performance-based criticism and direction; and
• Performs other communications duties as assigned.

• A bachelor’s degree in journalism,publicrelationsor a closely related field preferred, but not required, including strong academic credentials;
• 1-3 years of related experience;
• Comfortable shooting/editing video and taking photos;
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills;
• Strong communication skills;
• Understanding of print, broadcast, and online media;
• Interest in social media content creation and basic editing tools;
• Knowledge of current issues and events in which the Attorney General is involved;
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer skills; and
• Ability to meet deadlines, accept feedback. and work in a team setting.