Public Relations Coordinator - BDS Connected Solutions, LLC.

Earn weekly pay with BDS!

Reporting to the Results Manager, the Public Relations Coordinator (PRC) will support various earned media efforts and contribute to our overall PR strategy. This is a hybrid position, based in Chicago. 

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WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay
• Weekly pay and early wage access - get paid when you need it
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid sick time
• Paid training
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral bonus
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assist in the development and execution of PR campaigns and initiatives
• Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing insights and reports to the Sr. PR Manager
• Draft press materials, including press releases, media alerts, media pitches and talking points
• Maintain media lists and build relationships with key journalists and influencers.
• Manage inbound media and influencers inquires 
• Stay updated on industry trends and news cycles to identify opportunities for proactive media outreach
• Coordinate logistics for media events and interviews
• Support internal communication efforts as needed, and support cross-team communications/collaborative efforts 
• Think creatively and identify new opportunities for the team

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Marketing or Communications
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in public relations or a related field, PR agency experience preferred
• Proficient in media monitoring tools, and Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Experience with PR measurement and evaluation tools
• Familiarity with social media platforms and their role in PR strategies

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for various audiences
• Proven analytical skills, with experience drawing insights from data
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Strong project management skills; detail-oriented with time management skills
• Ability to travel once per quarter

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: 

• Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear
• Occasionally walk and/or stand
• Occasionally carry and lift up to 25lbs.
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation 

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.

BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today’s disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.