Public Relations Director jobs in Mount Pleasant, SC

Public Relations Director directs and implements a company's public relations strategies. Manages media relations, announcements, editorial placement, and speaking opportunities. Being a Public Relations Director evaluates and authorizes all forms of communication regarding the organization for release to the public. Develops press releases, white papers and supporting materials. Additionally, Public Relations Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Public Relations Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Public Relations Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Public Relations Manager
  • Forbes Books
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Public Relations Manager

    Full-time Position
    Ideal: In-person 2 days per week, remote 3 days per week
    For the highly qualified, ideal candidate: Remote 5 days per week

     

    Forbes Books’ internal PR team has been in business for three decades, representing credentialed experts, professional firms and corporations in almost every field you can think of (natural health, business, finance, technology, fitness, consumer products, sports, politics, entertainment and more).

    We specialize in building our client’s brands through editorial coverage in traditional and online print media, scheduling interviews on podcasts, national and local radio shows, and arranging appearances on national and local TV shows. 

    Forbes Books, the global book publishing brand of Forbes Media, publisher of Forbes Magazine, has an exciting opportunity for a Public Relations Manager to secure editorial coverage for our members in local and national publications, both traditional and online. The ideal candidate has experience working with the press, has strong writing and organizational skills, is a team player, and excels in customer service.

    Expected Outcomes:

    • Execute and deliver all campaigns to adhere to guidelines and time periods specified in campaign contracts.
    • Creative development,strategy, and management of 10-15 client campaigns, including creating project timelines, content calendars and leading all client update meetings.
    • All administrative systems adhered to for clients, while managing support staff and maintaining good relations with clients and journalists. 

    Responsibilities:

    • Monitor news coverage in the industry to identify opportunities for the client to gain thought leadership or become an expert source. 
    • Be the eyes and ears to ongoing themes and changes in the media and in relevant client industries.
    • Secure high-profile coverage in print, broadcast and online outlets within business, finance, health, tech industries, etc.      
    • Passionate about media relations, having built existing media relationships to proactively approach journalists on a daily/weekly basis.
    • Identify strategies to engage with national media outlets, reporters, and investors.
    • Support the creation of  press kits and media rooms updated with new statistics, messaging, press releases, photos, and videos.
    • Submit company and/or clients for awards and speaking opportunities and manage promotion of those opportunities when secured.
    • Create and manage media and influencer lists. 
    • Monitor and analyze campaigns to ensure they’re aligned with the established strategy.
    • Research conferences and events, suggest event participation, and coordinate logistics.
    • Be proactive in supporting the goals of the marketing team, which are closely aligned with the company’s overarching business goals.

    Competencies (These are MUSTs):

    • Attention to Detail: Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project
    • Understands the Needs of the Press: Willing to work on journalist’s deadlines to best serve both the media’s needs and the needs of our clients
    • Excellent Communication Skills: Articulate communicator (both written and verbal), polished and impressive phone/video presence with clients and journalists
    • Great Problem-Solving Abilities: Works diligently through complications or any obstacles to client success
    • Organization and Planning: Extremely organized and willing to work with administrative systems that enable timely execution of campaigns
    • Follows the News: With a broad range of clients from finance to health, fitness, entertainment, business and more, having an interest in the news and a willingness to learn different industries is critical 
    • Enjoys Team Collaboration and Strategy: Willing to share and exchange ideas with the team in strategy meetings for clients
    • Listening Skills: Lets others speak and seeks to understand their viewpoints
    • Persuasion: Able to convince others to pursue a course of action

    Preferred Skills and Experiences:

    • At least 3 years’ PR experience with a media relations background (established media contacts required)
    • Experience working with corporate brands
    • Strong background in customer relations
    • Strong writing and editing skills (writing samples will be requested)
    • Must be resourceful and able to overcome obstacles on his/her own
    • Ability to gain and understand specific industry and/or client-related knowledge quickly
    • PR software and media listening tools experience (Such as Cision, Muckrack, OR Meltwater)
    • In-depth knowledge of industry best practices
    • 4-year college degree

    Work Environment:

    • This job operates in a professional office environment. This role regularly uses a laptop as well as online cloud-based file management systems (such as Dropbox, Google Drive, etc) and participates in online video-based (Zoom, Google Meet) calls. This role may, on occasion, need to use standard office equipment such as phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets.

    Physical Demands:

    • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
    • The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, and telephone. Near visual acuity is required in order to work with computers. 
    • May occasionally require the employee to stoop, kneel, or crouch.  Employee should be able to sit for an extended period of time.
    • Employee may be occasionally required to perform light to moderate lifting of office supplies, up to 20 pounds.

    Forbes Books is the flagship brand of Advantage Media Group, an entrepreneurial, high growth company with opportunity for advancement and lots of upward mobility. Professional development programs offered. We offer great Vacation/PTO benefits, a great Medical/Dental/Vision program, 401(k) with company contribution and other nice perks. Advantage has a solid reputation for being a great place to work and we highly value the commitment and contribution of those on our team. Team Members are eligible for health, dental and vision benefits the first day of the month after thirty (30) days of employment. Eligibility for all other benefits is at ninety (90) days of employment.


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Marketing Coordinator (Public Relations & Communications in Charleston Area)
  • Active Day
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Overview GREAT opportunity for an entry-level Marketing Coordinator Join Our Awesome Team and Support the Charleston, SC Market! At Active Day, we attribute much of our success to our vital mission an...
  • 20 Days Ago

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DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION RELATIONS
  • MUSC
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Job Description SummaryJob PurposeThe Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations reports to the MUSC Vice President of Institutional Advancement. This role will identify, cultivate, solicit, and s...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Director of Client Relations
  • Ernest Packaging Solutions
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Ernest is currently in search of a Director of Client Relations within our Charleston, SC territory. We are looking for talented individuals with a proven ability to motivate, manage, and develop and ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Public adjuster
  • Metro Public Adjustment
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • No experience necessary as the company provides in house trainingYou must : Be dependable.Be trainable.Work independently, unsupervised. Have a positive attitude.Have FUN at work!Duties and Responsibi...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Municipal Court Public Defender
  • First Circuit Public Defender's Office
  • Summerville, SC FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Public Defender to join our legal team. As a Public Defender, you will be responsible for providing legal representation to individuals who canno...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Instructor, Clinical Lab Sciences - Fall 2024
  • College of Southern Nevada
  • Charleston, SC
  • The College of Southern Nevada appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your applicat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Customer Service Representative
  • CNG Holdings, Inc.
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Job Description: General Function / Summary: As a financial services leader, we strive to make a difference in our custo...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Community Specialist - Charleston County
  • Birchwood School
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Responsibilities THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS If your goal is to build a career that makes a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director
  • OneOncology
  • Charleston, SC
  • OneOncology is positioning community oncologists to drive the future of cancer care through a patient-centric, physician...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Group Director
  • HNTB Corporation
  • Charleston, SC
  • Transportation Group Director Charleston , South Carolina **What We're Looking For** HNTB is poised for continued grow i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Supervisor - Hampton Inn Mt. Pleasant/Patriots Point
  • Hilton
  • Mount Pleasant, SC
  • Supervises and performs the duties of the Property Operations/Engineering staff to maintain the physical functionality o...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Business Policy & Governance Director
  • Equiniti
  • Charleston, SC
  • Management Level EQ US is a leading provider of ownership data management, analytics and advisory services to public and...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Operations Director
  • Blackbaud Giving Fund
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Title: Operations Director Position Type: Full-Time Organization: The Blackbaud Giving Fund Position Location: Remot...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Mount Pleasant is a large suburban town in Charleston County, South Carolina, United States. It is the fourth largest municipality and largest town in South Carolina, and for several years was one of the state's fastest-growing areas, doubling in population between 1990 and 2000. The population was 67,843 at the 2010 census,. The estimated population in 2014 was 77,796. At the foot of the Arthur Ravenel Bridge is Patriots Point, a naval and maritime museum, home to the World War II aircraft carrier USS Yorktown, which is now a museum ship. The Ravenel Bridge, an eight-lane highway that was c...
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