Public Relations Coordinator Job at Suited Hospitality in San Francisco

Suited Hospitality is looking for a full-time Public Relations Coordinator to join our team. Our ideal candidate is Bay Area-based with either a culinary background who loves to write or someone with a PR background who thinks about food 24/7 (like we do), reads food blogs and magazines voraciously with their morning coffee, and keeps a constant ear to the ground for restaurant openings, the latest food & beverage products, and chef news. Incredible organizational skills are crucial, as every aspect of the work is fast-paced. This role offers the perfect opportunity to hone one’s pitching abilities, build relationships and trust with media contacts, and tell great stories that resonate. We’d like this person to bring their unique perspective, share ideas to create memorable campaigns, partnerships, and events with us, and most importantly, collaborate with some of the most creative, brilliant, and emerging culinary talent, exciting CPG brands, lauded wineries, and future leaders of the industry. We offer the freedom and resources to get work done without stepping foot in a cubicle. We expect everyone to be driven self-starters who excel at time and project management. This position is primarily remote with regular in-person internal meetings and onsite meetings with our Client-Partners. You must have the ability to commute to a workspace and travel to Client-Partner sites. In this position you will: Report directly to the Director of Public Relations Serve as key support to the PR Team and our Client Partners, including preparing for and supporting regularly-scheduled status calls and ensuring timely responses to all client and media inquiries Draft press materials including press releases, biographies, media briefings, pitches, etc. Develop and manage media lists Media List Development and Management Responsible for report preparation including coverage reportsli>Track and analyze robust data and translate into practical and actionable reports Support media and PR events for clients, including content development, interviews, and on site/off site events Build meaningful relationships with our client partners as well as media and influencers Asset Management: Video, photography, press materials, reports, coverage Lead preparation of media visits, ensuring database is robust and up-to-date Monitor news, trends and competitors Assist on special projects as needed Basic Requirements: Bay Area-based with reliable transportation and ability to travel Bachelor's degree in culinary studies, public relations, marketing, journalism, communications, or a related area of study Proven advanced written and verbal communication skills Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize based on client and company needs Extremely organized style and the ability to work efficiently in a variety of settings 1+ years of direct experience in high end fine dining, luxury hotels, and/or wineries Preferred Experience: 2+ years of public relations account coordinator experience in an agency setting with an emphasis on media relations and consumer products 2+ years of experience managing projects Experience with Muck Rack, Cision, Google Workspace, Slack, Asana, and video and photo editing software Technology and Equipment Requirements: Smartphone Laptop computer or tablet capable of running all required programs including a webcam for meetings High-speed, reliable internet connection Home or shared workspace setup conducive to working efficiently and with limited interruptions/distractions Compensation and Benefits: $27-30/hour, depending on experience FLSA non-exempt position Health, dental, and vision insurance offered for full time employees, subject to a probationary period Retirement savings option for full-time employees, subject to a probationary period. Dining stipend Sick and vacation time on accrual Even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please reach out! We’re willing to invest in and train an exceptional, motivated candidate. About Suited: Suited Hospitality is a rarity, a hospitality consulting agency that is all-encompassing. Our powerhouse agency was founded by four partners, each with our own specialized expertise, as well as decades of experience working hand-in-hand with some of the most respected restaurants in the world. #J-18808-Ljbffr