About the role
The ideal candidate will: Have experience with and interest in Public Relations. Have an interest in fashion, art, design, events and/or knowledge of fashion brands and trends. Have a zeal for writing, reading, learning and news, including an interest in print and online media.
Must be a strong and influential writer, experience pitching stories and crafting publicity ideas for B2B and B2C. Must know and learn about cutting edge trends in the industry and enjoy doing research for new and exciting opportunities for publicity. Be a team player and an effective communicator - the type of person who enjoys speaking on the phone and face-to-face with editors, at events and networking of all types.
Go-getter energy and a self starter. Must be able to pick up the phone with confidence and pitch cold and warm relationships. Position is hybrid with location in NYC.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Applicants must review the assignment located within the following Dropbox link and follow the instructions as followed: https://www.dropbox.com/s/7s58g64hlz9jm4g/PR%20Requirements%20-%20Chic%20Sketch.pdf?dl=0 Only applicants who make full submissions based off the document will be considered for the internship. Primary responsibilities vary by project, but may include: Creating new PR concepts and pitch ideas for the brand and the CEO as the face of the brand. Executing press clips and maintaining press reports.
Writing press releases, articles and blogs about company and newsworthy opportunities. Updating websites and blog with press links and coverage. Providing administrative support including research, updating contact lists, coordinating and executing press opportunities and coverage.
Overseeing organization and capturing of coverage in numerous periodicals. Using Google Alerts and other tools to track additional coverage. Learning to pitch and identify appropriate editorial staff.
Create a following up system that is engaging, effective and efficient. Assisting with taking and making RSVP’s for events, including Fashion Week prep work. Assisting with the preparation of press materials such as face sheets and tip sheets.
Assisting with additional organizational tasks as needed. Social media management Copy writing/Email Pitches Video editing/Content Creation
Experience with Canva, Google Suite & Microsoft Word/Excel Position is hybrid with location near NYC. College credit is available. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Applicants must review the assignment located within the following Dropbox link and follow the instructions as followed: https://www.dropbox.com/s/7s58g64hlz9jm4g/PR%20Requirements%20-%20Chic%20Sketch.pdf?dl=0 Only applicants who make full submissions based off the document will be considered for the internship.
Job Type: Internship Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10017