Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of PR strategies that drive awareness and enrollment during pre-opening and launch phases for new Goddard Schools, including support for grand opening events.
• Assist with the ongoing PR guidance offered to established Goddard Schools, helping them leverage local stories and community involvement for positive media coverage.
• Assist in partnering with transfer Goddard School owners to craft and implement PR strategies that drive awareness and enrollment.
• Help identify PR needs and opportunities.
• Complete a PR Intern project, to be developed and executed in conjunction with the PR Specialist.
• Monitor Goddard media coverage, industry trends and competitor PR activity and provide regular updates to the PR team.
• Provide support to department leadership and manage special projects as assigned

Requirements

• Earned or currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations, English, marketing, or other applicable field of study
• Proficient with computer applications, including Microsoft Office

Preferred

• Strong writing and editing capabilities and proficiency in AP style
• Personable and professional with strong written and oral communication skills, able to advance the Goddard School brand and reputation
• Strategic, creative, analytical and organizational skills
• Proficient with computer applications, including SharePoint and Meltwater
• Ability to develop strong relationships
• Strong time management, problem-solving, planning and organization skills to work on multiple projects in a results-oriented environment
• Capable learner committed to continuous improvement

Benefits

• employee-friendly perks and benefits