Revised 10/22/23
Scooter Media is looking for a Media Relations Specialist (MRS) to join our energetic and fun-loving public relations team. Candidates should have a successful background working with both local and regional media. This position could be part-time or full-time.
Requirements:
An MRS should have a strong understanding of public relations processes and media relations planning, strategy, tools, evaluation and trends. They should be a critical, strategic thinker with the ability to set and achieve long-term goals on behalf of clients. The MRS should be a strong writer, self-motivated, an excellent multitasker, and well-versed in the art of client service. At least two years of experience working with media is required.
Responsibilities:
- Working with local media on behalf of clients in a variety of industries.
- Developing and executing media relations strategies and tactics for clients, including writing pitches, backgrounders, news releases, blog content, and reports
- Coordinating interviews, assisting with interview preparation
- Exhibiting competency in drafting error-free, strategic content
- As it relates to social/digital media, regularly suggesting ideas, assisting with content on accounts as needed
- Past agency experience preferred, but not required
- Other tasks as assigned
Scooter Media employees enjoy competitive benefits packages, flexible work schedules, and training/development opportunities, plus we make it a point to participate in a variety of employee-led social and charitable activities.
Interested candidates can send their resume to jobs@scootermediaco.com.
Scooter Media is nationally certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise Council Ohio River Valley, a regional certifying partner of the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council. In 2023, the agency was named Large PR Agency of the Year by Cincinnati PRSA and a Best Workplace in NKY by NKY Magazine.
