Communications Specialist

The MRN Agency is looking for a full-time Communications Specialist with 3+ years in PR/pitching as well as long-form and short-form copywriting experience. The ideal candidate should have excellent writing and communication skills, as well as public relations experience contacting & pitching local and national media outlets. Candidates should also have experience supporting corporate clients to help drive their thought leadership, executive positioning, thought leadership, speaking engagements and reputation management.

Media Category: Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Business, Tech, Innovation. Copywriting

Qualifications: BA/BS; 3+ years PR or marketing agency experience or relevant experience

Superb ability to create and execute social, PR, and COMMS strategies

Experience crafting social posts, thought leadership content, short & long-form editorials, speeches, panel questions, etc.

Experience pitching media coverage, speakerships, editorials, quotes, etc.

Excellent presentation and strategic planning skills

Superior written/oral communication skills

Excellent ability to copyedit

Editorial contacts preferred

Responsibilities:

Provide strategic guidance to the Communications Team, recognizing business opportunities and areas for improvement, as well as developing and executing strategies for clients

Act as client contact; continually fostering client-agency relationships to build trust and become a valuable resource to the client

Plan and run media relations programs; identify media contacts in business outlets, build relationships, and secure coverage.

Continually build understanding and knowledge of client’s business and competitive environments; apply this information in preparing and presenting strategically focused social media recommendations and posts.

Demonstrate ability to effectively develop a full range of written materials, including press releases, byline articles, speeches, client correspondence, and reports

Post on clients’ behalf on social media, mimicking their digital voice

Write long and short-form submissions to awards, press pitches, etc.

This is a full-time position that includes medical insurance contribution, paid sick & holiday time, and unlimited PTO. It is a non-remote, office-based position. The office is in Universal City, CA - the candidate must commute to work daily. No relocation stipend offered. Due to industry type, COVID-19 Vaccine eligibility documentation will be provided.

MRN is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. MRN is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

MRN looking for immediate hire.

Salary Range: $55,000 - $62,000