Marketing Communications Specialist jobs in Garland, TX

This self-motivated individual will assist with a multitude of PR and social media functions, while getting to experience the day-to-day activities of a fast-paced agency. The best candidates will possess strong writing and proofreading skills, have a solid understanding of media relations and current events, and have previous relevant internship experience. We seek creative, strategic thinkers that can develop varied content including press releases, blog posts, social media posts, email communications and more - all of which contribute to growing clients’ presence. The position also requires an individual with a passion for emerging media and an understanding of social media as it applies to business.

Responsibilities:

• Support the PR & Social Media teams including:
  • Updating and maintaining media lists
  • Developing and posting news releases
  • Creating content for client social channels
  • Monitoring and moderating client social channels, including online reputation management
  • Tracking analytics and providing support for results reporting
  • Compiling industry research and insights

Qualifications:

• Understanding of business use of popular social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, etc. and the ability to effectively interpret and summarize data
• Strong research skills and ability to summarize large amounts of data into digestible takeaways
• Knowledge and use of AP Style writing
• Understanding of what makes news and current events
• Knowledge of SEO, SEM is an asset
• Experience creating news releases, pitches and other media materials
• Ability to meet deadlines promptly and effectively
• Strong writing skills
• Great attention to detail, enthusiasm, organization, multi-tasking and desire to be a team player
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail and ability to work individually
• Ability to prioritize assignments, meet deadlines and adapt to changing client needs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Pay

• $15/hour

Hours

• 40 hours per week