Public Relations Post Graduate Program Job at J/PR in Los Angeles
J/PR, Los Angeles, CA, United States
About the Role
The Post Graduate Program is a full‑time, individualized training program that lasts 4 to 6 months, designed for recent graduates or career switchers interested in public relations. The position supports the Publicity Assistant and clients, with a hybrid schedule based in our Los Angeles office (2–3 days per week). Completion may lead to a permanent role.
Who are you? You're familiar with the media landscape and the dynamic world of public relations. You have a passion for the travel and hospitality industry and thrive on researching journalists, compiling media coverage, and building relationships with teammates and clients.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with reporting and gathering information to develop efficient round‑up pitches
Create and write press materials: fact sheets, media lists, press releases, newsletters, bios/backgrounders
Clip, draft placement spotlights, pitches, and press releases for clients
Hone writing skills, blurb writing, and elevate press releases
Monitor and update all administrative tasks and platforms
Assist in brainstorming and planning sessions, story angles and partnerships
Assist with data input for weekly reporting and client updates
Navigate Muck Rack, updating quality media lists
Research publications, editorial calendars, and maintain targeted media lists
Assist with drafting of weekly updates, working with the Publicity Assistant
Responsible for media tracking and client reporting (media clips, placement spotlights, digital alerts, and calculating PR values)
Establish and maintain effective, respectful, and professional relationships with employees and clients
Assist in research on upcoming trends, articles and social media relating to the PR industry and clients specific to travel, luxury hospitality, and culinary
Perform other tasks or projects assigned by account leads or executive members
Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience in public relations, communication, journalism, marketing, and/or business
Prior PR internship experience required (agency internship experience strongly preferred)
Foundational knowledge of media relations, news cycles, and influencer engagement
Previous experience with traditional PR platforms preferred (Muck Rack, Meltwater, Cision, HAROs, etc.)
Proven ability to prioritize and multitask multiple projects in a deadline‑driven environment while maintaining close attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including AP writing style
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay: $18.50 per hour, based on location
On‑the‑job training in a high‑volume agency setting
Consideration for hire into a permanent position at the end of the program
Hybrid office schedule (2–3 days in office)
Paid sick time
Monthly cell phone stipend
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity J Public Relations (J/PR) and 20Two Studio (Studio) strongly support equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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Who are you? You're familiar with the media landscape and the dynamic world of public relations. You have a passion for the travel and hospitality industry and thrive on researching journalists, compiling media coverage, and building relationships with teammates and clients.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with reporting and gathering information to develop efficient round‑up pitches
Create and write press materials: fact sheets, media lists, press releases, newsletters, bios/backgrounders
Clip, draft placement spotlights, pitches, and press releases for clients
Hone writing skills, blurb writing, and elevate press releases
Monitor and update all administrative tasks and platforms
Assist in brainstorming and planning sessions, story angles and partnerships
Assist with data input for weekly reporting and client updates
Navigate Muck Rack, updating quality media lists
Research publications, editorial calendars, and maintain targeted media lists
Assist with drafting of weekly updates, working with the Publicity Assistant
Responsible for media tracking and client reporting (media clips, placement spotlights, digital alerts, and calculating PR values)
Establish and maintain effective, respectful, and professional relationships with employees and clients
Assist in research on upcoming trends, articles and social media relating to the PR industry and clients specific to travel, luxury hospitality, and culinary
Perform other tasks or projects assigned by account leads or executive members
Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience in public relations, communication, journalism, marketing, and/or business
Prior PR internship experience required (agency internship experience strongly preferred)
Foundational knowledge of media relations, news cycles, and influencer engagement
Previous experience with traditional PR platforms preferred (Muck Rack, Meltwater, Cision, HAROs, etc.)
Proven ability to prioritize and multitask multiple projects in a deadline‑driven environment while maintaining close attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, including AP writing style
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay: $18.50 per hour, based on location
On‑the‑job training in a high‑volume agency setting
Consideration for hire into a permanent position at the end of the program
Hybrid office schedule (2–3 days in office)
Paid sick time
Monthly cell phone stipend
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity J Public Relations (J/PR) and 20Two Studio (Studio) strongly support equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
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