Public Relations Coordinator
$60,000–$60,000 year
HybridChicago, Illinois, United States
Chicago, Illinois, United StatesHybridFull Time$60,000–$60,000 yearBachelors DegreeLarge
Full TimeBachelors DegreeLarge
Job Summary
Develop and execute PR campaigns by drafting press materials, managing media lists, and coordinating logistics for interviews. Monitor media coverage to provide insights and reports, while staying updated on industry trends to identify proactive storytelling opportunities. Maintain relationships with key journalists and influencers, manage inbound inquiries, and support internal and cross-team communication efforts. Travel once per quarter as needed. This hybrid role at the Merchandise Mart office in Chicago requires three days on-site weekly.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing or Communications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in public relations or a related field
- Proficient in media monitoring tools
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Proficient in Google Suite
- Experience with PR measurement and evaluation tools
- Familiarity with social media platforms and their role in PR strategies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proven analytical skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Strong project management skills
- Detail-oriented
- Time management skills
- Ability to travel once per quarter
- Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear
- Occasionally walk and/or stand
- Occasionally carry and lift up to 25lbs
- Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
Desired Qualifications
- PR agency experience
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