Associate
About the job
Ceisler Media is seeking an entry level candidate to join its team. Superior writing, research and communication skills are required. Experience working on or managing grassroots advocacy campaigns preferred.
This position is open to candidates in the Harrisburg and Philadelphia areas, with priority for placement in Ceisler Media’s Philadelphia location. While Ceisler Media is currently operating remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, candidates must be based locally and within commuting distance of the Harrisburg or Philadelphia offices.
Education
One to two years’ of experience at a public relations agency and/or an in-house communications function for a professional services company; internships will be considered.
Bachelor’s degree in english, communications, political science or other liberal arts discipline
Requirements
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Solid understanding of public relations and experience with media engagement
Strong research skills
Client service experience and poise working with senior leadership
Ability to juggle and prioritize responsibilities based on impact, timelines, team workflow, and goals
Results-oriented and service-minded with ability to develop and foster relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally
Willingness to adapt to the many changing requirements and needs of a fast-paced company
Collaborative work ethic and ability to work in a team-oriented culture
Excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills
Conscientious, motivated, self-directed, and proactive with a willingness to take on additional projects
Proven track record of excellence, ownership, and accountability
Confident personality supported by disciplined, logical thinking and fact-based, documented conclusions and opinions
Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and execute against deliverables under deadlines and competing priorities
Highly focused, organized, and detail-oriented
Experience managing and developing social media content for clients
Experience with digital media and design a plus
Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office 365
Knowledge of Salesforce a plus
Responsibilities
Conducts detailed research and analysis for Ceisler Media clients, their issues, causes and campaigns.
Drafts press releases, media advisories, letters to the editor/op-eds, media pitches, speeches, testimony, byline articles, white papers, etc.
Supports digital campaigns through the development of social media content for various channels, working in collaboration with our Digital and Creative Services team.
Collaborates with project management team to ensure accurate record keeping of all critical stakeholder information, including contact information for elected officials, media members and key partners in our major locations.
Handles daily media monitoring and produces regular reports on media coverage and social media activity
Provides logistical support in planning and staffing of client related events
Assists with media outreach including both proactive (crafting pitches, developing reporter relationships, etc.) and reactive (taking media calls about events, breaking news, etc.)
Assists with building and managing coalitions around advocacy issues, including email communications and regular contact with coalition partners and key stakeholders
Apply Now
To apply, please email the following information to careers@ceislermedia.com:
Resume
Writing sample
Cover letter
Two references
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