PR Account Coordinator — Detail-Driven Media & Client Support

Role Summary:

Responsible for providing a variety of essential support to all senior public relations team members including but not limited to managing administrative account duties, media monitoring, analyzing and reporting clients’ performance in the marketplace, research and list building for pitches, and associated client-related communications initiatives and projects.
Responsibilities:

Administrative Support

Monitors and reports media placements to team and/or client in real-time as directed by supervisor
Develops media reports (Activity, Quarter, Annual)
Maintains and prepares client agendas or tracking documents
Conducts industry/competitor analysis and internal reporting to the team
Coordinates reprints upon client’s request
Writing

Drafts press releases, award nominations, social media posts, and other client-related materials, when needed
Media Relations

Drafts and sends initial pitches when advised
Identifies editorial calendar opportunities
Identifies award and conference opportunities
Drafts and distributes media alerts
Client Service

Joins client calls and applicable in-person meetings; leads on taking notes and action items
Participates in client research projects
Acts as a steward of the JConnelly brand, consistently representing and reflecting the Company’s core values, approach, and high standards of excellence in all client, media, and public interactions
Performs other duties as assigned
Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant professional experience
Minimum three to six months of professional experience
Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work, handle details accurately, follow up with minimum supervision, and complete tasks within specified deadlines
Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills
Excellent organization and prioritization skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms
Knowledge of PR-related software (Cision, Meltwater, Sprout Social, Hootsuite) preferred but not required
Characteristics of Success

Highly organized and detail-oriented
Strong written and verbal communicators
Proactive and resourceful self-starters
Collaborative and team-oriented
Eager learners with a genuine interest in communications and media
Adaptable and calm under deadline pressure
Committed to producing high-quality, accurate work
Featured Benefits

Company-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) on select medical plans
Company-paid life insurance & AD&D coverage
ESOP — employee stock ownership, fully funded by JConnelly, no cost to you
401(k) with company match (traditional & Roth options)
Supplemental coverage through Aflac (disability, critical illness, and more)
Free 24/7 healthcare navigation through Health Advocate
Virtual vet consultations through Petzey

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