At Elle, we leverage world-class PR to elevate pioneers who are driving positive change. Our clients are non-profits, impact-driven lifestyle brands, CSR teams, ethical brands, activists, authors, celebrities, and leaders - all committed to making the world a better place every day. We offer a team of seasoned experts to support our clients in media and influencer relations, communications strategy, media training, and thought leadership.
At Elle, we believe our strength comes from our diverse team who can help deserving causes break through the noise and into the mainstream conversation.
The Opportunity:
As we grow, we are seeking a full-time publicist with a minimum of 2 years of PR experience working at an agency.
Candidates will need to be able to showcase specific strategic results you have driven for non-profits, foundations, and/or social and racial justice initiatives. The ideal candidate is results-driven, has a strong work ethic, and has a passion for driving positive change in the world. We’re looking for someone who maintains close relationships with journalists in NYC or LA, as well as in the national landscape.
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
- Facilitate client coverage: Garner meaningful media and influencer coverage for all client accounts. Secure thought leadership opportunities for expert clients.
- Showcase and foster media relationships: Showcase deep media relationships and continue to build on those for clients in the purview.
- Build new relationships: Consistently seek out new outlets, contacts, etc. that should be either top tier or in communication with.
- Team up on creative strategies: Work with the team to develop new creative strategies on a regular basis in order to land meaningful client coverage. Consistently craft compelling pitches.
- Communicate value and successes: Demonstrates a clear understanding of client goals and how to effectively communicate value to the client.
About You:
- You’re driven to deliver excellent results for your team and your clients.
- You have displayed interest in the social impact space (required).
- You’re extremely proactive in the ways you seek out new relationships and opportunities for the agency and our clients.
- You have a growth mindset, are open to feedback, and continually look for ways to improve your work.
- You’re adaptable and can work well within a small agency and/or team.
- You want to work on a positive, collaborative team and participate in co-creating a results-driven, fun and relational company culture.
- You're a student of the media, read and consume a wide variety of outlets on a regular basis and keep your finger on the pulse of what's happening in the news, pop culture, politics, and society and the environment.
- You believe (like we do) that you do your best work when you’re living your best life - meaning, you’re all in at work during business hours, but then you are equally present with your friends, family, self-care, and personal hobbies outside of work.
- You resonate with our core values.
- Minimum of 2 years of PR experience working at an agency.
- Ability to showcase specific strategic results you have driven for non-profits, foundations, and/or social and racial justice initiatives.
- Maintains close relationships with journalists in NYC or LA, as well as in the national landscape.
Position Details:
The position is temporarily virtual, but will eventually shift to a hybrid setup. One day per week will be required in-office when it is safe to do so. We will keep all candidates updated on the specific timeline as soon as that information is available.
Please, no phone calls, tweets, sliding into DMS, or messenger pigeons. Thank you in advance for your interest.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and commission structure
- 401(k) with company match
- Annual bonus
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Monthly wellness credit
- Flexible schedule
- Unlimited paid time off
- Paid Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Excellent written skills.
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field required.
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