Public Relations Coordinator

Channel Partners • Chicago, IL

7d • $60,000 - $66,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Public Relations Coordinator, you will play a key role in supporting media relations, communications, and brand awareness initiatives. Working alongside the Senior PR Manager, you will help develop and execute PR campaigns, create compelling press materials, coordinate media opportunities, and track industry trends to identify timely and impactful storytelling opportunities. Success in this role requires strong writing skills, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with media and influencers.
This is a hybrid role, which will require you to work at the Merchandise Mart office in Chicago 3 days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing or Communications
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public relations or a related field, PR agency experience preferred
• Proficient in media monitoring tools, and Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Experience with PR measurement and evaluation tools
• Familiarity with social media platforms and their role in PR strategies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for various audiences
• Proven analytical skills, with experience drawing insights from data
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong project management skills; detail-oriented with time management skills

Nice To Haves

• PR agency experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of PR campaigns and initiatives
• Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing insights and reports to the Sr. PR Manager
• Draft press materials, including press releases, media alerts, media pitches and talking points
• Maintain media lists and build relationships with key journalists and influencers.
• Manage inbound media and influencers inquires
• Stay updated on industry trends and news cycles to identify opportunities for proactive media outreach
• Coordinate logistics for media events and interviews
• Support internal communication efforts as needed, and support cross-team communications/collaborative efforts
• Think creatively and identify new opportunities for the team

Benefits

• Biweekly pay
• Health and wellness benefits plans
• Flexible vacation and holiday policies
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Referral bonus
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employee

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level