PR Collaborative is hiring: Public Relations Assistant in Washington

PR Assistant

PR Collaborative, a boutique public relations firm, is seeking an entry-level, full-time PR Assistant to join our office in Washington, DC. The PR Assistant will support all aspects of our film clients' publicity efforts.

The PR Assistant will assist with work across select titles and film festivals. Responsibilities will include pitching, researching, content creation, and event management. The ideal candidate for this position will be proactive, self-motivated, and an excellent communicator. As PR Collaborative works at the intersection of entertainment and news of the day, the PR Assistant will be expected to be engaged with current events in entertainment, politics, and global news.

Job Responsibilities

Write and distribute external communications, including pitches and press releases

Liaise with the PR Collaborative team, press, and organizations

Build and maintain media lists

Maintain press schedules and coordinate interviews

Collate press coverage as needed

Assist at events, such as premieres, press junkets, and screenings

Perform administrative tasks

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (ideally specializing in communications / public relations / media)

Familiarity with top media resource database systems including Cision or Meltwater

Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and work on multiple projects simultaneously

Strong writing and editing skills

Strong oral communication skills

Organized, self-motivated, detail oriented

Team player yet also self-directed

Interest in arts & entertainment industry

Salary / benefits
Salary commensurate with experience. PR Collaborative has a very generous benefits package, vacation, paid sick leave, 401K, and comprehensive health insurance.

To apply
Please submit cover letter and resume to Elizabeth Ward at elizabeth@prcollaborative.com. Finalists will be asked for references.

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