Publicity Coordinator

Job Description

NewsNation is seeking a publicity coordinator to join the Communications team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working at a growing cable news network, be familiar with the current media landscape, understand the 24-hour news cycle and have a strong work ethic. This team member will assist in the development and implementation of media relation strategies and publicity campaigns. The publicity coordinator will support all aspects of the department's responsibilities. The position is based in Chicago, IL.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Draft news interview highlight sheets
• Monitor key newsmakers and politicians, staff press interviews and events
• Draft press releases
• Collaborate with the social media manager to optimize digital/social strategy, facilitate talent promotion, and capture footage for short-form video content
• Perform other duties and assignments as assigned

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations or other related field
• One to two years of public relations experience
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Be proactive with an ability to be a team player, but also work independently
• Be well organized and detail oriented
• Be able to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Be a creative thinker
• Thrive in fast-paced environments
• Have an interest in and passion for the 24-hour news cycle

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r7o3ep-13-59-196-41-42 in your application.