Public Relations Coordinator

At a Glance Earn weekly pay with BDS Reporting to the Results Manager, the Public Relations Coordinator (PRC) will support various earned media efforts and contribute to our overall PR strategy. This is a hybrid position, based in Chicago.

Overview WHAT WE OFFER Competitive pay Weekly pay and early wage access – get paid when you need it 401(k) with employer matching Paid sick time Paid training Employee assistance program Employee discounts Referral bonus Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees WHAT YOU’LL DO Assist in the development and execution of PR campaigns and initiatives Monitor and analyze media coverage, providing insights and reports to the Sr. PR Manager Draft press materials, including press releases, media alerts, media pitches, and talking points Maintain media lists and build relationships with key journalists and influencers Manage inbound media and influencers inquiries Stay updated on industry trends and news cycles to identify opportunities for proactive media outreach Coordinate logistics for media events and interviews Support internal communication efforts as needed, and support cross-team communications/collaborative efforts Think creatively and identify new opportunities for the team WHAT YOU’LL BRING Experience and Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, or Communications Minimum of 2 years of experience in public relations or a related field, PR agency experience preferred Proficient in media monitoring tools, and Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite Experience with PR measurement and evaluation tools Familiarity with social media platforms and their role in PR strategies Skills and Attributes:

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for various audiences Proven analytical skills, with experience drawing insights from data Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities Strong project management skills; detail-oriented with time management skills Ability to travel once per quarter Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear Occasionally walk and/or stand Occasionally carry and lift up to 25lbs Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation Important Information We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. BDS Connected Solutions is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to selection, training, development, and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law.

BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. J-18808-Ljbffr