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BDS Connected Solutions

Public Relations Coordinator

BDS Connected Solutions, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


At a Glance

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.

Overview

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 inquiries

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

Important Information

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.

BDS Connected Solutions 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 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.

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