PR & Communications Intern
About The Position
PBS SoCal is looking for a Public Relations/Communications candidate for our Fall internship. If you are looking to hone in on your PR and Communications skills then apply today! About PBS SoCal PBS SoCal tells stories that matter through original programs that reflect the diversity of the region, and the full schedule of trusted PBS programs. PBS SoCal content channels are available for free on internet-connected screens and six local broadcast channels. A donor-supported community institution, PBS SoCal sparks the sharing of ideas at in-person cultural events and community conversations and delivers social impact through services that prepare our most vulnerable children for school. Job Overview The PR/Communications Media Intern supports all of PBS SoCal’s PR and ‘earned media’ efforts. This is part of the organization’s Marketing and Communications team and works primarily remotely.
Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Available for a minimum of 20 hours per week
- Reliable transportation access for travel to in-person meetings and events
- Interest in News, Communications, Press relations and talent relations
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite of services (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Cision, Google, Social Media preferred
- Collaborative, collegial and resourceful, willing to pitch in on a variety of projects
- Familiarity with or interest in television and Public Media
- Passionate about proactively learning and intellectually curious
Responsibilities
- Help draft Semi-Annual Media Coverage Reports
- Learn Media monitoring: Cision, Google, Social Media, and assist in the managing of reporting
- Help maintain the master media contacts list
- Update press release template and style guide
- Learn about story pitching, and assist with some PR efforts to promote TV shows and specials
- Assist Communications Specialist with creating and share weekly programming highlights to Listings/Channel Guide Editors
- Help with press and talent check-in at events
- Learn how to schedule event listings in local media calendars
- Assist in maintaining current list of government contacts
- Update info on organization’s press sites
- Assist with writing press releases
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
