Media Relations Specialist

Posted 25 Days Ago
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Chicago, IL
Junior
Agency • Professional Services
Walker Sands is a full-service B2B marketing agency.
The Role
As a Media Relations Specialist, you will develop media lists, create pitches, write press releases, and prepare contributed articles. You must have strong writing skills, an interest in media trends, and the ability to work on both remote and in-office platforms.
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We strongly encourage people of color, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Walker Sands is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion  and welcomes everyone to our team.

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Walker Sands is looking for a talented PR professional to join our team as a media relations specialist out of our Chicago office - hybrid. Our media relations specialists are responsible for developing media lists, conceptualizing pitches, writing press releases and preparing contributed articles.

You should have superb writing skills and an interest in conducting web research. You must have an obsession with grammar and the ability to take mediocre writing and make it stronger. If typos jump off the page at you, it is a good sign.

We would like you to have a strong interest in the media, trends, and what constitutes a good story. If you are a news addict and a journalist wannabe, you'll do well here. As part of our media relations staff, you will work on a small team for clients that specialize in B2B technology. You must be able to think on your feet and change gears quickly.

Experience Required

  • This is a hybrid role based in our Chicago office and will require you to be in office two days a week.
  • One year of full-time experience in public relations.
  • Superb writing skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment remotely and in-person.
  • Strong ability to prioritize and multitask.
  • Positive attitude in a deadline-oriented environment.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
169 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2001

What We Do

Walker Sands is an outcome-based B2B marketing agency with capabilities spanning insights, strategy, branding, creative and media, including public relations, demand generation and social. The firm’s outcome-based approach delivers on business objectives related to position, growth, reputation and engagement for 100+ clients around the world. A 10-time Inc. 5000 honoree, Walker Sands is one of the fastest-growing B2B marketing agencies in the world, with offices in Chicago, Seattle and Boston. Learn more at walkersands.com.

Why Work With Us

Walker Sands is a place to grow, professionally and personally, in a supportive, collaborative culture. Walker Sands supports well-being with flexible PTO and an emphasis on work-life balance. Embracing diverse perspectives, we foster an inclusive space where all voices are heard, making each day fulfilling and meaningful.

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