Public Relations Assistant

San Diego, CA (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own media relations support and program execution for client coverage, with emphasis on securing outlets, researching audiences, and delivering trend-driven updates to inform pitches and strategy.

  • Media Outreach: Secure 5–10 placements per month in Tier 3+ outlets and track hits.
  • Research & Content: Build media/influencer lists and provide competitive intel for creative pitches.
  • Trend & Reporting: Monitor industry news and compile client-facing updates for account teams and dashboards.

Job Description

  • Secures unique placements using media outreach (phone and email pitching) , to include 5-10 unique placements a month in Tier 3 or higher outlets
  • Provides social media/competitive intel report and contribut es to creative ideation / new pitch concepts that can be shared with clients   
  • Monitors trend/industry news for client coverage for account team review ; may assist with compiling trend and industry research into client-facing email or agenda updates  
  • Supports weekly coverage upload and reporting within agency’s dashboard
  • Researches and builds media and influencer lists 
  • Assists account team with r esearch ing client speaking opportunities, industry awards, and competitor analysis
  • May sit in on conference calls (target 1 – 2 calls per month for each client)
  • Participates in brainstorms
  • Assists the team in tracking media hits , influencer engagement metrics, and updates  in monthly and quarterly activity reports 
  • Executes various client program components