public relations consultant Verified

Work setting

• Advertising, marketing and public relations agency

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Develop all kinds of events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
• Develop communication strategies
• Evaluate communication strategies and programs
• Oversee the preparation of public written material
• Prepare written material such as reports, briefs, website content
• Train staff
• Write speeches, presentations and press releases
• Perform administrative tasks
• Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions
• Gather, research and prepare communications material
• Initiate and maintain contact with the media
• Prepare sports, literary, performance or other contracts
• Design market research questionnaires
• Deliver presentations at conferences, workshops or symposia
• Write and edit press releases, newsletter and communications materials
• Copywrite

Supervision

• No supervision responsibility

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Office
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Spreadsheet
• Google Drive

Area of specialization

• Communications
• Brand management
• Digital media
• Strategy

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail

Own tools/equipment

• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Integrity

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Travel insurance