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Entry-level public relations professionals often encounter challenges such as managing tight deadlines, prioritizing multiple tasks, and adapting to fast-changing client needs. Learning to balance media outreach, drafting press releases, and supporting senior team members can be demanding at first. Building strong organizational skills and seeking mentorship from experienced colleagues can help new professionals effectively handle these pressures and grow in their role.

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Entry Level Public Relations Associate

Ethos Management

Gary, IN

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Company Description

Ethos Management is a private Brand Marketing & Management Firm, we are partnered with some of the most well known fortune 100 clients within the technology, entertainment, television, security, utility, energy, and government telecommunication industries.

Job Description
Ethos Management has an immediate need for an entry level Public Relations Assistant to join a rapidly growing team. This rapidly-growing promotional marketing company, applies a customer-friendly, direct, results-driven approach to marketing research and sales. As a result of proven success and expertise, new clientele is continuously added as we dramatically increase clients' product exposure, sales and brand recognition.
There is a HIGH DEMAND for customer service oriented, and cost-effective services. This leading event marketing firm provides advertising, marketing, and public relations campaigns for burgeoning companies and break out products. The Entry Level Public Relations Assistant will work closely on performance driven campaigns with high profile clients who consistently look for innovative strategic to drive their company and respective brands forward and increase their bottom line.
Public Relations Teams Include:
Advertising & Brand Exposure
    Marketing & Account Satisfaction
    Public and Media Based Strategies
    Project Management & Team Leadership
An Entry Level Public Relations Assistant receives complete and individualized hands-on training in each division of our company. A proven mentorship program with senior management takes the time to develop and train the individual to handle any task and take initiative on any campaign.
Trained, highly motivated, proactive representatives are invaluable. The right Entry Level Public Relations Assistant can expect to have opportunities for growth within the first few months that reflect their unmatched work ethic and dedication.
Responsibilities:
Managing and executing projects as assigned by the Marketing Manager
    Coordinating in-store service events and maintaining successful operation
    Building relationships with customers and communicating promotional services
    Development of promotional marketing materials and visual merchandising
    Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and retail event personnel
    Identifying new opportunities and efficiency innovations
    Position will be considered for senior campaign management roles based on performance
www.ethosmanagement.net
Qualifications

Qualities We Feel Team Members Exemplify:
Outstanding COMMUNICATION skills both verbal.
    Ability to PRIORITIZE and work INDEPENDENTLY with minimal supervision.
    Ability to work effectively in a TEAM environment
    LEADER & GO GETTER mentality
Not sure if you're qualified? Relax! No experience is necessary. These are ENTRY LEVEL positions in Customer Service, Marketing, Advertising, and Public Relations. Comprehensive training and development is provided to every team member in order be SUCCESSFUL in a career path with the company.
Positions Requirements:
College degree or in the process of completion
    1-2 years experience in marketing, sales or communications OR internship in related field
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deliver results while managing multiple projects
    Level headed problem solver with a professional service oriented attitude
    Superb organizational and tracking skills with great attention to detail
    Team player who also excels as an individual contributor
    Adaptable, dependable and responsible
    Basic understanding of marketing concepts and sales strategy
    Position will be considered for senior campaign management roles
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