Communications Coordinator/NYC
GRADE: E
PAY RANGE: $5,310 – 7,960 per month
BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide support and backup for VP Public Relations for expanded media relations outreach, press coverage, major launches, crisis management, events.
MAJOR DUTIES:
· Support proactive expansion of in-house relationships with target press
· Execute one-on-one proactive media contact (query response, story placement)
· Respond to incoming media queries in coordination with head office Public Affairs, local agency, etc.
· Research, write, edit core press materials to support coverage
· Development of internal communications vehicles (monthly regional newsletter, other platforms as developed)
· Act as an ‘internal journalist’: proactive story ‘mining’ to identify publicity opportunities within the SIA network
· Support relationship management with key product partners (Sustainability, Farm To Plane, Wellness, etc.)
· Collateral material development (photo, video)
· Ongoing project mapping/tracking of key department initiatives
· Additional related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
· Bachelor’s Degree in communications, journalism or related field
· 2-3 years’ experience at an agency, news organization or in-house PR department
· Outstanding oral, written and presentations skills, including proficiency in AP Style guidelines
· Digital proficiency (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)
· Social media fluency
· Understanding of the news gathering/reporting process