Polk & Co
New York, NY
US

DESCRIPTION

Public Relations Account Coordinators are responsible for managing the day-to-day administrative needs for a variety of accounts at Polk & Co. Ideal candidates are proactive, highly organized, detail oriented, and effective communicators. Account Coordinators will have the opportunity to interface with a number of Broadway professionals across the theatrical landscape as they play a key role in implementing successful publicity campaigns.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to):

• Monitor and service daily client media coverage.
• Service daily media requests.
• Distribute approved press releases.
• Build and maintain targeted press lists in company database.
• Provide research assistance on request as it pertains to media pitches and targeting client information.
• Manage production assets for distribution to members of the press – Production photos, b-roll footage, press releases, etc.
• Acquire, organize, and manage all Playbill-related information for assigned theatrical clients.
• Manage press seat and critic ticketing for theatrical productions.
• Draft and disseminate memo and posting notices for interviews, events, press opportunities, press junkets, onsite interviews, theatre visits, photo shoots, opening nights, etc.
• Assist with the booking of approved transportation, glam and grooming when in support of client interviews and press opportunities.
• Provide logistical and organizational assistance as it pertains to event coordination.
• Occasional evening and weekend responsibilities shall include assisting with opening night parties, critic performances, press events, red carpets, and award campaigns. Services provided in excess of employee’s standard 40-hour work week are eligible for overtime compensation.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• An interest and passion for theater!
• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, PR, English, Communication, or Liberal Arts recommended, but not required.
• Relevant industry or internship experience a plus.
• Attention to detail and exemplary time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude under pressure.
• Acknowledge and respect the need to keep client information confidential.
• Basic understanding of media needs and how to successfully build and manage positive media relationships.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic understanding of Adobe Photoshop.
• Tactical understanding of all social media platforms and management.
• Ability to adapt and become proficient in additional business software, as needed.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• Full-Time, entry-level, non-exempt position
• $850/week plus medical coverage
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Comprehensive PTO policy includes vacation, holiday, sick day, and personal time-off.
• Annual Summer Friday schedule
• Complimentary invites and tickets to Broadway and off-Broadway theatre

SALARY

$850.00 – $850.00 per week

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