Public Relations Intern

We're looking for an eager, aspiring PR professional to join us as a PR intern! As an intern, you will be expected to help coordinate and assist in execution of the public relations strategies and tactics for Grey Fox PR clients, as directed by the Founder, PR Director and PR Coordinator. This is a remote, part-time position, and knowledge of Atlanta is preferable.

Job Responsibilities:

-       Communicate effectively and accurately regarding client work, deadlines, expectations and timelines.

-       Maintain tracking for all client press hits

-       Research, development and maintenance of local, regional and national traditional, broadcast and digital media & influencer/blogger lists

-       Drafting and assistance with distribution of press releases, press kit materials, media alerts/announcements and targeted, strategic pitches

-       Help coordinate local media opportunities for clients

-       Craft and prepare materials for client calls and meetings and internal calls and meetings

-       Assist in preparing clients for participation in and execution of events by providing all necessary information for senior management to present to client for approval

-       Assist in executing media & influencer “drops” on behalf of clients, as relevant

-       Maintain Dropbox, Google Drive, server files

-       Ensure all deadlines are met (reporter-driven & manager-driven)

-       Develop personal, strong relationships with members of the media

-       Brainstorm new pitch ideas and creative marketing ideas based on individual client strategies

Essential skills:

-       College major preferably in communications, marketing, PR or a similar field

-       PR-agency internships recommended

-       Outstanding people and communication skills

-       Excellent, creative writing skills

-       Knowledge of AP style/journalistic writing

-       Possess the skills to thrive in a fast-paced, social & deadline-oriented workplace