Raleigh Public Relations Society

The Raleigh Public Relations Society (RPRS) aims to advance the art and science of public relations and to strengthen communication, understanding and cooperation among the diverse individuals, groups, and institutions of the Society.

President

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JOB ALERT: Integrated Marketing/Public Relations Account Supervisor

Thank you to Nancy Morello at French | West | Vaughan for sharing the role of Integrated Marketing/Public Relations Account Supervisor with us!

FWV is an award winning PR and integrated marketing agency covering a wide range of PR, advertising, and digital media services.

Integrated Marketing/Public Relations Account Supervisor

French | West | Vaughan is seeking a public relations Account Supervisor to oversee accounts and support team members; develop and manage strategic public relations and social media programs; pitch national, regional and local media outlets; serve as the day-to-day contact for agency clients. Candidates should have more than five years of relevant experience, with a preference for agency experience and creative and digital project management skills.

Link for More Information and How to Apply:

https://fwv-us.com/careers

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Recorded After Hours: Meet the Media with Raleigh Magazine

Live events are back (with safer-than-ever practices, of course) and we were thrilled to get together with Raleigh Public Relations Society members and guests at Atlantic Lounge for a private “Meet the Media” event with Raleigh Magazine at the end of August.

If you missed us, the recording is available below or on YouTube at https://youtu.be/lK4czSS4Jsc.

Have ideas or requests for our next gathering? Send them our way!

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Congratulations to DesignHammer on Celebrating 20 Years!

Twenty cheers to 20 YEARS! Yesterday marked DesignHammer‘s 20th anniversary and to celebrate they shared with us the launch of their new website.

DesignHammer 20th Anniversary Team

Developed in Drupal 8, the new website was a highly collaborative process across the entire company. When visiting, users can expect to read about the web strategy, design, and development agency’s documented, repeatable Process—a recently added feature designed to show site visitors our roadmap for building successful websites. Be sure to get to know their team (since we haven’t been able to gather live in over a year and say “Hi!” to them in person) and learn more about the services they offer across their wide technology stack.

Please join us in raising a virtual glass to commemorate this RPRS member firm on their milestone achievement! ?

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JOB ALERT: PR Director AVP at Bolt PR

Bolt PR, a national PR and digital marketing agency, is seeking two dynamic, highly skilled, organized, and results-driven PR Directors. You will serve as a proactive and strategic leader, driving client service and relationships, meaningful results, and team and project success.

While we have offices in four cities across the country, these positions are fully remote and the selected candidates can be based anywhere in the United States.

Our agency specializes in both B2C and B2B accounts and we’re looking for candidates who have experience in either or both. This includes healthcare, hospitality, technology, education, consumer products, fitness/wellness, professional services, and more.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the health of key accounts, including strategy, client communications, execution of work and delivery of results, and project management
  • Lead client communication and champion relationships, serving as a thought leader and trusted advisor on best practices, performance, and strategic next steps
  • Lead the team with a creative and analytical mind, open to new ideas and always working to innovate and improve upon results
  • Develop and oversee strategy, content and execution across PR, events, social media, content and influencers
  • Plan and manage end-to-end PR and digital campaigns (project and annual)
  • Define and adhere to campaign timelines, benchmarks and KPIs, and analyze data on an ongoing basis to ensure goals are met and to make further recommendations
  • Proactively recommend creative concepts and ideas that align with clients’ brands and drive conversions to reach business goals
  • Identify new areas of opportunity through data analytics, reporting and measurement tools, and other resources to continue innovating and improving client outcomes
  • Lead, motivate and coach junior team members in their respective roles, driving retention and team growth

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s in PR/communications or marketing
  • 7-12 years of direct professional PR experience, with at least three years specifically in a PR agency serving as an account lead and at least four years of team leadership
  • Track record of PR successes, personally driving results with work product to showcase experience
  • Proven media relations expertise
  • Exceptional writer
  • Demonstrated capability to consult clients, present new opportunities, report on performance, build solid relationships and serve as a trusted advisor
  • Ability to multitask and work in a very fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with a strong attention to detail
  • Passionate about the industry, care about your clients and have fun working with your colleagues

For More Information and How to Apply:

Careers@BoltPR.com

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JOB ALERT: Communications Specialist BBB of Eastern North Carolina, Inc.

Thanks to Alyssa Parker, Director of Communications at BBB of Eastern North Carolina, Inc., for sending this opportunity our way!

Job Description: BBB serving Eastern NC is looking for an employee with great organizational, interpersonal and PR skills to help perpetuate the BBB brand through various platforms, programs, and initiatives within BBB’s 33-county service area. The Communications Specialist will assist with asset and campaign creation, establishing and maintaining positive relationships with community organizations, and performing other activities to enhance the presence of BBB within the community.

This position reports to BBB’s Director of Communications.

Responsibilities

  • Help plan, implement and execute both virtual and in-person events and seminars.
  • Create and design graphics for social media use, internal distribution, and relevant campaigns.
  • Write 4-6 press releases per month.
  • Record and edit BBB podcast.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with relevant organizations and community partners. Participate in appropriate community collaborations.
  • Conduct outreach activities designed to create awareness about BBB. Outreach activities include public presentations, participation in community events, and one on one engagement with Accredited Businesses and community stakeholders.
  • Create new programs to better inform specific age demographics about the services BBB has to offer.
  • Submit monthly reports related to outreach activities to the Director of Communications.
  • Display excellent communication skills required in working with coworkers, BBB Accredited Business members, and the general public and including the ability to communicate effectively, work with people of diverse social, economic, educational, ethnic and cultural backgrounds;
  • Proficiently operate standard office equipment, including computer hardware and software applications. (i.e., Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Windows, PowerPoint and Access).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Work Remotely: No

How to Apply

Apply Online