public relations & digital marketing internship job description

ABOUT VERDE BRAND COMMUNICATIONS:

Verde is a full-service brand communications agency offering services in traditional and digital public relations, brand strategy, marketing, paid media and consulting. Verde melds the capabilities of a larger agency into a small, nimble team with fluency in our clients’ core markets of outdoors, health and wellness, fitness, travel and active lifestyle. Our past interns have pitched and interviewed journalists, attended industry trade shows, contributed blog content, helped plan and execute PR and social campaigns, contributed to weekly creative meetings and helped manage Verde’s own blog and social channels. We’re a fun company looking for an intern who wants to learn and get their hands dirty in the PR and digital world! This position is ideal for a student studying marketing, journalism or public relations to learn the ropes of a boutique agency.

Responsibilities:

  • Scan and track hits across multiple media platforms

  • Assist with the coordination and development of media lists

  • Help organize editorial calendars for agency-wide leads

  • Draft press releases and pitches

  • Prepare shipping and mailings

  • Update media hit blogs

  • Draft blog posts and social copy

  • Follow industry trends and reporting

  • Research article topics, conduct interviews and draft copy

  • Assist with social media campaign strategy and content

  • Brainstorm creative storytelling ideas

  • Organize and file gear and office supplies

  • Promote goodwill inside and outside the agency by representing Verde Brand

  • Communications in a professional manner

Qualifications:

An outgoing, detail-oriented self-starter who is willing to learn and can work independently. Candidate should have strong written and verbal communication skills, good telephone demeanor, experience with Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, excellent online research skills and a thorough understanding of various social media platforms. Previous PR internship and graphic design skills are preferred but not required. Must be currently enrolled in school.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:

  • Working remotely/home based is ok

  • This is a paid internship

TO APPLY:

Send us your information, resume, and any other information you’d like us to see. Feel free to include a video message too!


NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as established to meet the ongoing needs of the business. Verde Brand Communications is an “at-will” employer. Verde Brand Communications is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, or status as a U.S. Veteran.

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