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.

Triangle PR Jobs

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JOB ALERT: Communications & Marketing Manager

Communications & Marketing Manager – Dix Park Conservancy
Be a part of creating Dorothea Dix Park as a place for everyone – a transformative public space for community, wellness, celebration, and resilience that will enrich our quality of life in North Carolina. This park will transform individual lives and will be essential to ensuring a livable, sustainable, and attractive region for generations to come.

Position Description
This manager level position oversees the marketing and communication efforts of the Conservancy as the voice in support of Dorothea Dix Park. This person will manage and design consistent messaging across all brand channels bridging together leadership, marketing, development, and culture communications to create a unified organizational presence. This position will support leadership in using narrative to connect the past, present, and future to increase awareness and affinity and facilitate insight, meaning, and purpose. A successful candidate will have a great eye for design, a passion for story and narrative structure, a skillful understanding of data reporting and analytics, and a deeply personal approach to linking the personal and the professional.

Position Responsibilities
• Coordinate and execute external communications strategies across the organization
• Manage, coordinate, and oversee digital and print/traditional communications (website, social media, email campaigns, etc.)
• Design, produce, and print publications (materials, bulletins, brochures, etc.)
• Serve as brand steward managing design, typography, and overall visual identity in the online and offline spaces
• Prepare, manage, and build out communications assets including social media, media releases, and website, oral histories, case studies, community presentations, newsletters, etc.
• Manage media relations and develop contacts with media community members, influencers, and community leaders to achieve objectives and outcomes
• Collaborate with partners (including the City of Raleigh) and committees to coordinate communication strategies and social media campaigns
• Accomplishes organizational objectives by supervising staff, including organizing, assigning, and monitoring work processes
• Manage, design, and track digital marketing initiatives (including search engine optimization, Google Analytics, Google AdWords, Facebook advertising)
• Track engagement across various platforms to inform data-driven decisions to improve content and grow awareness of Conservancy vision, purpose, and objectives
• Develop and manage communications budget to meet strategic and financial objectives
• Identifies communication needs and researches communication technologies and engagement tools
• Monitors and administers assigned service contracts, promotion budgets, and/or procurement processes for required materials
• Staff support for board committees where appropriate
• Other duties as assigned by President/CEO

Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or a related discipline
• 5-plus years of communications, marketing or public relations or related experience
• Experience managing digital content across various social media platforms
• Supervisory experience preferred
• Non-Profit experience preferred

Competencies
• Ability to work effectively with teams, manage responsibilities, and meet deadlines
• Excellent writing, editing, proofreading, layout, and design skills
• Platform/program proficiencies: Microsoft Suite, Constant Contact, Adobe Suite, Google Suite, YouTube/Vimeo, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Squarespace or similar Web Platforms
• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
• Experience with digital marketing, across media platforms

https://www.ncnonprofits.org/job-postings/communications-marketing-manager-0

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JOB ALERT: Digital Content Producer, North Carolina Museum of History

The primary purpose of the Digital Content Producer is to create marketing and communication strategies along with partnering with key constituents while creating a place where people can explore, learn, and enjoy programs, events, and exhibitions that celebrate North Carolina’s past, present, and future.

The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Implement marketing, branding, and public relations communications plans.
  • Work as a team with various Museum of History staff and constituents to create, implement, and maintain over time a comprehensive digital marketing and communications strategy.
  • Copy edit and create results-oriented communications with a focus on researching and sourcing content assets inclusive of audio, video, and photo for use in short-form content.
  • Creating, writing, and editing short-form content assets such as video clips for social media, scripts, blurbs, infographics, ads, etc. Also, recording and editing long-form live event projects and virtual offerings and YouTube download capabilities.
  • Conceptualize and develop thematic approaches, B-Roll, and storylines in collaboration with Marketing and Digital Marketing.
  • Ensure that video calendar rollouts are well organized.
  • Conduct interviews with staff, influencers, and relevant personnel to create original content.
  • Understand and keep abreast of the latest trends and features on key social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. Gather biweekly video analytics.
  • Interpret social engagement and insights to help shape campaign narratives.
  • Ensure all content is on-brand, relevant, timely, aligned with the content/marketing strategy, consistent in terms of style, quality, and tone of voice, optimized for search and user experience, executes the agreed-upon marketing strategy, and is up to the standard of the North Carolina Museum of History.
  • Other projects are assigned at the discretion of the Director of Communications and Marketing.
  • A strong work ethic and a team player approach are necessary.
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The Division of State History Museums collects and preserves artifacts and other historical materials relating to the history and heritage of North Carolina in a local, regional, national and international context to assist people in understanding how the past influences the present. The Division interprets history through exhibitions, educational programs, and publications available to the visitor on-site or distance-learning technologies.

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources'(DNCR) vision is to be the leader in using the state’s natural and cultural resources to build the social, cultural, educational and economic future of North Carolina. Our mission is to improve quality of life by creating opportunities to experience excellence in the arts, history, libraries and nature throughout North Carolina. The Department works to stimulate learning, inspire creativity, preserve the state’s history, conserve the state’s natural heritage, encourage recreation and cultural tourism, and promote economic development. Our goal is to promote equity and inclusion among our employees and our programming to reflect and celebrate our state’s diverse population, culture, and history by expanding engagement with diverse individuals and communities. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Link for More Information and How to Apply:

https://agency.governmentjobs.com/northcarolina/job_bulletin.cfm?JobID=3145188

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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

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Are You Open To Freelance Work?

In the last few weeks, we’ve received multiple requests asking for referrals to Raleigh Public Relations Society members who are open to freelance work and we’d love to be able to provide our requesting members a roster of folks who they can connect to when the need arises!

RPRS Call for Freelance

As of today, we’ve added a field to each member’s online profile where you can detail your interest in freelance work so that we can share those pertinent details with our members who request referrals to you. Please visit https://rprs.org/myaccount/, login, and submit your brief description of your freelance interests and we’ll be glad to include you in these requests moving forward.

To request a list of our members who are open to referrals for freelance work, the requesting individual or agency must be an active member of the Raleigh Public Relations Society. Please email RaleighPRSociety@gmail.com to request our Freelance Referrals list after confirming your membership status.

Happy hustling, friends!