Assist in the zoo’s internal and external communication projects, media relations opportunities, and events under direction of Public Relations Manager. The candidate will gain a solid grounding in the public relations skills needed to understand and navigate the media world for a not-for-profit organization.
Essential Job Functions:
• Interacting with both internal and external audiences via telephone, e-mail and in person
• Writing press releases, pitches, and calendar listings
• Assisting staff with internal communication needs
• Coordinating logistics for media interview opportunities and events
• Producing background research on various zoo and aquarium or activist industry news
• Creating media lists using Vocus software
• Assisting in media reports and impression tracking
• Prepare materials for press kits and on-site events
• Aiding day-to-day operational needs of communications department including but not limited to social media, photo and video projects, and office administration tasks
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