As a member of the client team, SAE assist in researching and analyzing issues and in managing the day-to-day administration of the client relationship.
Primary Responsibilities:
- News bureau activities, work with targeted media on story development
- Proactively develop Through relationships with external audiences (media, third party constituencies, etc.) to convey the client's message
- Write and distribute basic materials, including news releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, bios, newsletters, prepared remarks, program elements, standby statements and pitch letters
- Handle standard media inquiries
- Research and monitor client's business and industry to maintain a current knowledge base
- Assist in the research and preparation of new business proposals
- Coordinate production and distribution of materials with internal service departments to create print and video products
- Organize and implement events and promotions for the client
- Assist in client administration duties such as billing and activity reports
- Represent client at events or trade shows
Requirements
Skills Required:
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Ability to generate ideas and think creatively
- Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to facilitate organization of project details
- Business presentation skills
- Ability to work within assigned budgets
- Proficient in computer software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Other Recommended Qualifications:
- BA or BS degree. Master degree is a plus
- A minimum of 3 years of work experience in professional services firm, journalism, public relations, communications or related field is preferred
- General understanding of the techniques of a professional services/consultancy firm, journalism, public relations, communications or related field
- Basic knowledge of media relations from key trade publications to national outlets
- In-depth knowledge of technology industry and solid copywriting skill in developing client related content
