PR Manager, Paul + Williams
Paul + Williams, a full service Marketing/Public Relations firm, is looking for someone to join its New York team in the PR Manager role.
A few things interested candidates should know before we get into details:
- Candidates must be located in New York City.
- Most of Paul + Williams’ work is rooted in leaving the world better than they found it, so you can expect to work on projects that touch on sustainability, activism, and ethical production.
- Paul + Williams is prioritizing bringing more people from minoritized backgrounds onto its team.
Job Description:
Paul + Williams, a full service Marketing/Public Relations firm, is looking for someone to join its New York team in the PR Manager role. The ideal candidate will have an interest in fashion & lifestyle, entertainment, digital, marketing and media. They’re looking for a critical thinker who is organized, hardworking, responsible, enthusiastic, and proactive. Strong communication skills are critical.
Responsibilities & Expectations:
Serve as a day-to-day client contact.
Develop seasonal PR plans for specific projects and report regularly to clients on the status of secured, ongoing, and pending PR efforts.
Strategize partnerships and social media initiatives to execute and deploy.
Draft press materials such as pitches, outreach lists, and/or press releases.
Facilitate the planning and execution of press dinners, seasonal press previews, store openings, and other events, depending on the client’s needs.
Supervise intern + assistant-level colleagues.
Manage multiple projects from concept to completion on time and within budget.
Proactively generate new ideas and opportunities to ensure client success.
Help develop and write strategic memos and client presentations.
Provide client counsel on tactical matters, linked to strategic plans.
Maintain relationships with media and secure pro-active publicity for clients.
Manage the development of press materials.
Understand industry issues that directly and indirectly affect the client.
Instruct entry-level staff in the areas of media relations and writing/document creation.
Requirements:
3-5 years of public relations experience (agency experience preferred)
Experience working on apparel is a plus.
Excellent media relations skills and established network of contacts and understanding of the media landscape.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Can work independently and within a team setting.
Ability to lead multiple projects and interact with clients.
Can solve problems, think strategically and creatively.
High level of proficiency with G-Suite, Microsoft Office, and Mac hardware and software.
About Paul + Williams
Paul + Williams was founded in 2007 with one concept in mind: be involved in everything that is happening at the company. That’s achieved through maintaining connections to the product, the editors, the ideas, and the market. The Paul + Williams team spends its time learning about what drives its clients and what will fuel their future success. They aim to be helpful, smart, connected, and strategic. Paul + Williams places honesty and integrity at the heart of everything they do, and since their goal is to have as little turnover as possible with both employees and clients, they want to find the best fit for the team. Key clients include: Levi’s, Fair Trade USA, and Dockers.
To apply, email your resume to Emily Park at emily@paulandwilliams.com with the subject line “Backstory Referral: PR Manager”
Backstory Responsibility Statement
This position has been hand vetted by the Backstory Jobs team, ensuring that the company is actively invested in its DEI (diversity, inclusion, and equity) efforts. As people from historically minoritized backgrounds ourselves, we understand the specific challenges that people from these communities face in getting hired, and understand our responsibility in operating our jobs board. While we have vetted posted roles to the best of our ability, we cannot be held liable for any dissatisfaction that occurs during or after the hiring process. But, should an offense or injustice occur, please let us know at thebackstorynetwork@tellyourbackstory.com and we’ll do our best to help troubleshoot and offer up support.