[Remote] Media Relations Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Inizio Evoke is an award-winning communications agency focused on advancing health and well-being globally. They are seeking a Media Relations Specialist to support the media team in managing day-to-day tasks, ensuring high-quality deliverables for multiple accounts, and conducting media outreach and research.ResponsibilitiesConducts research as needed to support client initiatives and recommendationsDemonstrates understanding of basic media outreach practices; builds thoughtful media lists under direction of supervisor and/or account; begins outreach to select media outletsMay handle coordination of client status meetings, including proactive development of agendas and next stepsMonitors traditional media to develop reports for clients as neededTracks on opportunistic media (e.g., HARO, ProfNet, Bulldog Reporter) and flags to appropriate team members with rationaleSupports development of client deliverables as directed by members of the teamConducts research on potential company partners and vendors; liaises in support of client projects as appropriateManages administrative tasks and logistical support needs as determined by client project/programActs as media liaison to account teams and in support of client projects as appropriateBegins developing media POAs with guidance from supervisorDemonstrates flexibility in working across teams; able to adapt to project needs, different team working styles, etcFosters strong relationships within the agency by building trust and acting as a valuable resourceEncourages and responds to feedback from manager and team membersManages small research projects with manager direction and develops concise reports to share findings with the teamShows poise and professionalism when interacting with teammates and vendors, and able to follow established internal processesParticipates in and actively contributes to internal meetingsProactively offers support to team membersActively supports company values and an inclusive cultureDemonstrates a sense of ownership and accountability for all projectsCommunicates effectively in all written and verbal communicationsEnsures accuracy of all written projects, including grammar, fact-checking and referencing documents as neededDemonstrates attention to detail and thoughtfulnessAsks questions and knows when to involve managerPossesses proficient computer, research and written skillsDemonstrates effective research ability (Cision, Meltwater, Quid)Proactively seeks to better understand healthcare environment including news coverage and trending health topics; stays abreast of the industryUnderstands time tracking and consistently meets deadlines for daily/weekly timesheetsDemonstrates an understanding of utilization and profitability drivers relevant to own role and responsibilityAble to speak about what the company doesAccurately and promptly processes personal and/or team documents and forms (e.g., POs and expenses), ensuring all costs are charged to the appropriate job numbersDevelops awareness and understanding of Inizio Evoke Comms finance systemsConsistently achieves billability goal of 90%Completes timesheets accurately and on time each weekWorks with external partners to ensure services are delivered in the agreed time and quality specificationsTakes the initiative in seeking training on company processes/proceduresParticipates in all mandatory training sessions and identifies opportunities for additional training opportunitiesProactively supports diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and actively engages in efforts to personally learn/grow and drive change at broader levelContributes to internal workstream and/or company initiatives as appropriateAttends all company meetings and town hallsSkills0-2 years' relevant experienceSupports 4-6 client/project teamsDemonstrates understanding of basic media outreach practicesBuilds thoughtful media lists under direction of supervisor and/or accountBegins outreach to select media outletsMay handle coordination of client status meetings, including proactive development of agendas and next stepsMonitors traditional media to develop reports for clients as neededTracks on opportunistic media (e.g., HARO, ProfNet, Bulldog Reporter) and flags to appropriate team members with rationaleSupports development of client deliverables as directed by members of the teamConducts research on potential company partners and vendorsManages administrative tasks and logistical support needs as determined by client project/programActs as media liaison to account teams and in support of client projects as appropriateBegins developing media Plans of Action (POAs) with guidance from supervisorDemonstrates flexibility in working across teamsFosters strong relationships within the agency by building trust and acting as a valuable resourceEncourages and responds to feedback from manager and team membersManages small research projects with manager direction and develops concise reports to share findings with the teamShows poise and professionalism when interacting with teammates and vendorsParticipates in and actively contributes to internal meetingsProactively offers support to team membersActively supports company values and an inclusive cultureDemonstrates a sense of ownership and accountability for all projectsCommunicates effectively in all written and verbal communicationsEnsures accuracy of all written projects, including grammar, fact-checking and referencing documents as neededDemonstrates attention to detail and thoughtfulnessAsks questions and knows when to involve managerPossesses proficient computer, research and written skillsDemonstrates effective research ability (Cision, Meltwater, Quid)Proactively seeks to better understand healthcare environment including news coverage and trending health topicsUnderstands time tracking and consistently meets deadlines for daily/weekly timesheetsDemonstrates an understanding of utilization and profitability drivers relevant to own role and responsibilityAble to speak about what the company doesAccurately and promptly processes personal and/or team documents and forms (e.g., POs and expenses)Ensures all costs are charged to the appropriate job numbersDevelops awareness and understanding of Inizio Evoke Comms finance systemsConsistently achieves billability goal of 90%Completes timesheets accurately and on time each weekWorks with external partners to ensure services are delivered in the agreed time and quality specificationsTakes the initiative in seeking training on company processes/proceduresParticipates in all mandatory training sessions and identifies opportunities for additional training opportunitiesProactively supports diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and actively engages in efforts to personally learn/grow and drive change at broader levelContributes to internal workstream and/or company initiatives as appropriateAttends all company meetings and town hallsBenefitsMedicalDental401(k)Tuition reimbursementFlexible time offCompany OverviewInizio Evoke is a healthcare marketing, communications, and transformation platform for growth through data-driven insight. It was founded in 2009, and is headquartered in London, England, GBR, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.inizioevoke.com.Company H1B SponsorshipInizio Evoke has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.



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