Senior Publicist

J/PR•New York, NY

7d•$70,000 - $72,000•Hybrid

About The Position

J/PR is a global communications firm specializing in public relations, content creation, and social media. We work with some of the best hotels, resorts and lifestyle brands in the world. Being a part of this international powerhouse agency will connect you to a roster of distinguished hotels, resorts, restaurants, real estate projects, and destinations across the globe, elevating your career. We tell compelling original stories to connect brands to their target audiences. We’re passionate, professional, and purpose-driven. We're dedicated to our work, the agency, our clients, and each other. J/PR is intentional about its company culture and believes in a work-life blend, where you'll be empowered to continue learning and growing through travel, mentorship, training, and retreats, along with a connected company culture.

Requirements

College Degree or comparable experience required
At least 3-5 years of public relations experience in travel, hospitality, tourism, culinary restaurant and/or consumer lifestyle arenas
Must have stellar hotel, restaurant, and media references
Must have strong and proven relationships with local, regional, and national media contacts
Ability to travel for client needs
Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint in a Microsoft Windows environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, experience in a hospitality environment is a plus
Excellent time management and organizational skills
Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner
Strong knowledge of media and news cycles
Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment
Strong understanding of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram
Strong understanding of Influencer relations and engagement
Polished and professional demeanor
Must have a valid passport for international travel
Applicants for employment must possess work authorization for the country in which they are applying, which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospitality environment is a plus

Responsibilities

Day-to-day client go-to
Proactive approach to managing client needs/expectations
Lead portions of client calls
May lead smaller accounts with senior leadership oversight
Assist with strategy, planning, implementation and evaluation of PR activities
Creative brainstorming, program and pitch development
Build relationships with with destinations, CVBs and offices of tourism in the markets that serve your clients
Nurture your network of editor, writer, and freelance connections for agency clients, as well as create new relationships, through ongoing introductions, targeted pitches, and minimum of 2 (two) media meetings (phone, virtual, or in-person) each month. Continue to be a trusted source of media knowledge for your teams
Have a wide range of go-to media contacts making you (and your clients) look like a star as you secure top-tier national press and features
Proactive media relations (pitching, organizing media/influencer visits, reviewing & approving media lists) is very much the focus of your day-to-day
Regularly dig into newspapers, magazines, broadcasts, blogs, and digital pieces to find new angles, new editors, and new contributors to create new relationships
Organize pitch priorities; assign and oversee the progress of pitches to team members with the support of account leadership
Regularly coordinate in-person media meetings with journalists on location
Secure and host media and influencers on press trips, media appointments, and events
Oversee the workflow of junior team members
Begin to plan 90-day and annual plans to impact client goals and KPI’s
Regularly lead the junior team through projects to make check marks against goals and KPI’s
Confidently secure meetings with relevant brands that may impact your clients' goals
Network and create unique connections through an organization or two outside the office
Seek out opportunities for learning by attending conferences, workshops, and events on behalf of the agency
Attend conferences, workshops, and events on behalf of the agency
Other tasks, projects, or duties as required

Benefits

Competitive base salary: $70,000 - $72,000, commensurate with experience
Commission opportunities
Year-end discretionary bonus
Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
Company contributions to medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums
401K with employer match
Accrued PTO
Birthday PTO
Flexible Release Fridays
Hotel trade with our world-class clients (complimentary stays across our entire portfolio)
Hybrid office schedule (2-3 days in office)
Corporate ClassPass discounts
Pet insurance discounts
Milestone gifts at 1, 5, and 10 years
Annual holiday and summer parties, plus regular socials
Ongoing training and development opportunities