What are the responsibilities and job description for the Publicity Assistant (Hospitality & Lifestyle) position at EJ Media Group?
We are seeking a highly organized and motivated individual to join our growing hospitality and lifestyle team.
This is an entry-level position with priority given to candidates that have previous professional experience or an internship at a public relations firm. Applicants must be solution-orientated and have a successful track record of meeting deadlines and working well under pressure.
The ideal candidate has had exposure working with a professional PR account team that pitches products in the consumer lifestyle and/or the food & beverage and hospitality spaces. Resourcefulness, attention to detail and a positive approach to achieving team deliverables is a must.
Responsibilities include:
- Assisting on 3 hospitality & lifestyle accounts including 1Hotels
- Track client coverage and compile clips
- Work with account teams to create and maintain client reports
- Participate on client calls, draft agendas and take notes at all meetings
- Manage and monitor editorial calendars, awards and conferences
- Pitch client stories and products to the media for roundups, gift guides and features
- Research and engage with influencers for stays and events
- Work with supervisors to maintain and update all media lists on a timely basis
- Keep up to date on industry news
- Attend client related events, photo shoots, and support other account teams, where appropriate
Qualifications:
- Internship or One (1) year of professional PR experience pitching media in the lifestyle, travel and/or hospitality space.
- Must be personable, enthusiastic, punctual and a hard worker
- Excellent communicator with solid attention to detail
- Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and effectively prioritize time in a hybrid setting
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in PR, Communications, Marketing or Business
- Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel), Google Drive Office Suite and Muck Rack
- Working knowledge of social media networks (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.)
Benefits:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Transit
- 401k plan with company contributions
- Monthly Contribution for data plans / home WiFi
- Home office equipment stipend
- Generous PTO, paid holidays and wellness days
- Summer Fridays and Winter Holiday Break
Please note: This position is a hybrid work model. Seeking candidates who plan to be in the New York City area and can commit to working in the office a minimum of two (2) days per week.
About EJ Media Group
For more than a decade, EJ Media Group has been delivering consistent and strategic media opportunities for our clients. We know what the story is and where to place it. We approach every project with a long-term view, and tailor campaigns to our clients’ needs. Our agency is filled with passionate storytellers, skilled publicists, and strategic advisers that blend communication with creativity to connect clients with the audiences that matter. We are a tight collaborative team that encourages individuality and independence while remaining unified in delivering smart and meaningful results for our amazing clients.