Corporate Communications - Digital - Social Media (Manhattan)

Reply to: brian@phifercompany.com [?]
Date: 2009-02-09, 6:04PM EST


Phifer & Company is seeking a Corporate Communications Senior Associate with 3-5 years relevant experience, who will be primarily responsible for external communications, including public relations, speaking opportunities, managing press materials, and coordinating external events. This person will also be charged with assisting the team with internal communications, including special events, internal writing assignments, and presentations, as needed. This position is ideal for an ambitious self-starter who enjoys working in a deadline-driven, fast-paced environment, has excellent writing skills, and possesses a strong public relations background.

Primary Responsibilities: - Manage public relations efforts, including writing press releases, developing and pitching stories, maintaining media lists, and conducting media outreach - Develop and implement PR plan, including ways to leverage social media/networking and digital technologies to boost outreach efforts - Identify and manage speaking opportunities for agency thought leaders, including developing speaking proposals and maintaining relationships with various industry organizations and forums - Prep senior management for press opportunities and speaking events - Oversee the update of press kits and other promotional materials - Assist with building relationships with industry analysts - Assist with internal communications, as needed

Qualifications: - 3-5 years PR/Communications experience - Excellent writing skills - Experience working with the media and pitching story ideas - Strong knowledge of digital advertising/marketing communications - Self motivated and proactive - Superior communication and presentation skills - Highly organized - Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and multitask - College degree