Public Relations (PR) Coordinator (1-Year Contract)
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Your New Role
We are looking for a bright and enthusiastic PR Coordinator to join the CNN Communications APAC team. You'll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and be able to get a behind-the-scenes look into how the world's leading international news brand operates. It will be a great opportunity to strengthen your research and communication skills while contributing ideas to future publicity campaigns.
Your Role Accountabilities
Support external communication outreach
- Draft and distribute press release to relevant APAC contacts
- Assist in research when preparing briefing notes for anchors / correspondents / executives for media interviews and speaking engagements
- Manage CNN media lists for distribution purposes, tracking tols like Cision, Telum
- Understand the target audience of the press releases and pitch to relevant media
Media Relations
- Actively develop journalist relationships and keep track of media movements and new publications.
Coverage reports
- Monitor print and online media for CNN coverage while staying abreast of industry trends
- Compile and distribute CNN coverage reports
Social Media
- Draft and publish social media posts on social media platforms including Facebook, X, Instagram, LinkedIn
- Continually monitor social media activity
Other Responsibilities
- Handle administrative tasks such as invoices, subscriptions, vendor contracts
Qualifications & Experience
- University degree in Communications or Public Relations
- Language: Excellent command of written and spoken English. Other Asian languages a plus.
- Excellent communication skills and resourcefulness in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong familiarity with key social media platforms
- Organized, detail oriented and an independent team player who can prioritize tasks and deadlines
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
- Prior agency experience advantageous
How We Get Things Done...
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- FSA
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- On-site/Nearby Childcare
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Company Outings
- Snacks
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Sabbatical
- Volunteer Time Off
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Company Equity
- Stock Purchase Program
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- 401(K)
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Access to Online Courses
- Professional Coaching
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)