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JOB DESCRIPTION:  

Embrace Disruption PR is seeking a disruptive and passionate intern to assist with a variety of clients in the lifestyle, non-profit, technology and talent sectors.

POSITION TYPE:  

Unpaid Internship (April 2014 – July 2014)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Contribute to and maintain company blog.
  • Maintain and engage on company’s social networks.
  • Assist with writing press releases, media advisories and pitches.
  • Copywriting and proof reading materials.
  • Screening phone calls and all other communications.
  • Assist with mail outs, printing and assorted other client requirements.
  • Creating and updating media contact lists.
  • Daily monitoring, reporting and analysis for internal and external purposes.
  • Assist with collecting and scanning client media pieces.
  • Identifying unique marketing and communications opportunities for clients and firm.
  • Schedule and maintain client publicity calendars where needed.
  • Ongoing research activities for clients and firm.
  • Coordination of speaking engagements, photo shoots, and appearances.
  • Assisting firm with various duties as needed.

DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Strong writing skills are an absolute MUST.
  • Knowledge of social platforms like Hootsuite and Tweet Deck.
  • Passion for reading and consuming content daily.
  • Comfortable communicating in public, over phone, and through email.
  • Able to talk to complete strangers comfortably (even though your parents told you not to).
  • Able to work proactively, and speak up when you have new or creative ideas.
  • Comfortable working within WordPress, or a very fast learner.
  • Basic knowledge of Adobe Photoshop.
  • It goes without saying, but we’ll say it anyway: you must be efficient in the full Microsoft Office suite of programs.
  • Knowledge of Final Cut and Keynote a bonus!
  • Previous experience using monitoring and reporting tools like MRP and Cision is an asset, but not required.
  • Non-conventional thinker, with a passion for trying new things.
  • Dog friendly (don’t worry, he’s tiny and hypoallergenic)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • We’re in a central location (Yonge & Bloor – right off the subway)
  • You’ll develop stronger research and writing skills.
  • You’ll be challenged to think creatively.
  • We’ll coach you through social media – and help you develop an enviable skill set.
  • You’ll assist with pretty amazing events and work with a fantastic list of clients and talent.
  • You’ll gain a better understanding of the many facets of public relations.
  • You’ll walk out knowing how to piece together a variety of materials for use within the industry!

ADDITIONAL INFO:

  • Candidate should be available 3-4 days per week, totaling 20-25 hours a week.

HOW TO APPLY:

Send a sample of your writing and a resume to info@embracedisruption.com. We’re not fans of traditional cover letter format, so write us like a normal human being and tell us why you’re the right fit for Embrace Disruption PR. Please no phone calls – rest assured, we will read your online application.

 

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