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New Catalyst

Public Relations Assistant Job at New Catalyst in New Albany

New Catalyst, New Albany, IN, US, 47150

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Job Description

Job Description

Full-Time | Entry-Level | Paid Training | Weekly Pay | Immediate Start

Are you a strong communicator with a passion for storytelling, branding, and public engagement?

We’re looking for a Public Relations Assistant to support our growing campaigns on behalf of nonprofits and socially conscious brands. In this role, you’ll help shape public perception, generate awareness, and build relationships through in-person outreach, live events, and community-driven media initiatives.

Whether you're a recent graduate or exploring a new career path, this is your chance to gain hands-on experience in PR, marketing, and brand communications—with paid training , weekly pay , and clear advancement opportunities.

🔹 What You’ll Do:

  • Assist in the planning and execution of PR campaigns, live events, and media-facing initiatives

  • Represent client brands and nonprofit causes at public events, retail activations, and community pop-ups

  • Communicate key messages to the public, donors, and community stakeholders through face-to-face interaction

  • Help draft public-facing materials such as talking points, event summaries, and impact updates

  • Support coordination with media contacts, local influencers, and community leaders

  • Track public sentiment and campaign engagement; report findings to leadership

  • Collaborate with the marketing team to align brand messaging across all outreach channels

  • Contribute creative ideas to enhance brand awareness and public interest

Who We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking someone who is:

  • Outgoing, enthusiastic, and confident in public-facing roles

  • An excellent communicator, both verbal and written

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills

  • Excited to work in a collaborative, mission-driven team environment

  • Eager to learn and grow within the PR and communications space

  • 18+ years old with a high school diploma or GED

  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

  • Experience in communications, media, theater, student government, or customer service is a plus (but not required)

🎁 What You’ll Gain:

  • 💼 Paid training in public relations, media strategy, and community outreach

  • 💵 Weekly pay + performance bonuses and incentives

  • 🚀 Fast-track advancement into PR Coordinator, Communications Lead, or Campaign Manager roles

  • ✈️ Opportunities to attend networking events, conferences, and regional campaign rollouts

  • 🧠 Resume-boosting experience in PR, branding, nonprofit communications, and live event strategy

  • 🌟 A purpose-driven culture focused on real-world impact and personal growth

👥 Perfect For:

  • Recent grads with an interest in PR, media, journalism, or communications

  • Creative communicators looking to break into a high-growth, mission-driven field

  • Career changers from hospitality, customer service, or performance backgrounds

  • Ambitious professionals looking for mentorship and rapid career development

  • Anyone excited to represent causes that matter in a visible, meaningful way

📩 Apply Now – Launch Your PR Career

This is your opportunity to start a communications career that blends creativity, purpose, and professional growth. Join our team as an Entry-Level Public Relations Assistant and help tell stories that inspire action and change.