Company Profile

A communications firm

Job Description

Summary: We are looking for a professional Communications Assistant to support the CEO of a start-up firm. You’ll be responsible for coordinating editorial activities, managing information and managing social media platforms. Editing and writing journalistic materials will play a huge role in your duties.

The ideal candidate should be able to conduct research, take minutes of meetings, have a nose for news and be able to independently manage social media content on an on-going basis. He or she should be an excellent communicator with strong attention to detail.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of communications strategies for partners/clients.
• Offer administrative support to projects and other team members.
• Create and edit communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, social media posts).
• Track projects and media exposure as well as update databases and media lists.
• Oversee media relation activities
• Maintain calendars, schedules and appointments.
• Help in researching, writing and editing content for distribution including photos and videos.
• Help the team develop public relations and promotional materials including the creation and distribution programs.

Required Skills or Experience

• Previous work experience as a Communications Assistant, Communication specialist or similar role.
• Knowledge of media relations and digital media strategies.
• Excellent journalistic writing ability
• Working knowledge of design software (e.g., Photoshop, InDesign) and content management systems is a plus.
• Proven skills in Social media management marketing; a must
• Strong editing and researching skills.
• Outstanding communication (oral and written) skills.
• Strong organization skills and detail-oriented.
• Bachelor degree in Communications/Journalism/Media/Public Relations or a related field.