PR and Operations Assistant

Foxglove Communications
Philadelphia, PA

The Position: Foxglove Communications is seeking an earnest and hardworking PR and Operations Intern to join our team. In this position, you’ll work closely alongside Account Coordinators, Account Executives, Account Supervisors, Account Directors, and Vice Presidents on a rapidly growing list of acclaimed hospitality clients that span hotels, bars, restaurants, spirits brands, and culinary events across the country. The ideal hire excels at consistently providing thoughtful communication in a fast-paced, autonomous environment. Those who enjoy a small-company feel and who are drawn to a service-based and hospitality-driven culture should apply.*


*Note: This position is for an immediate start. Candidates must be based in Philadelphia. You will work a hybrid schedule and will be required to have on-site presence at frequent client meetings, media appointments, and events. Internships are paid, part-time positions.


Who We Are: Foxglove is a communications consultancy with expertise in brand strategy, PR and marketing. Foxglove was founded by Gia Vecchio, a strategist and storyteller with over a decade of experience across hospitality, travel, beverage, and fashion brands that range from savvy startups to global, household names.


What We Do: Brand Positioning • Marketing Strategy • Media Relations • Media Training • Activation • Content Creation • Social Strategy • Partnerships • Hospitality Consulting


https://www.foxglovecommunications.com


Title: PR and Operations Intern


Responsibilities:

  • Assisting with general office management and administrative duties
  • Research for business development, proposals, and client initiatives
  • Support agency software admin, travel coordination, and in-person operations needs
  • Monthly client reporting  
  • Closely monitoring the news for client press as well as broader news and trends
  • Sharing press clips internally and externally and adding to tracking tools
  • One-off press-tracking support needs such as picking up print issues
  • Attending select client status meetings (virtual and in-person)
  • Attending select media opportunities (i.e. local broadcast segments)
  • Assisting with drafting pitches 
  • Developing and maintaining media lists
  • Supporting with event logistics


Requirements:

  • Passion for hospitality and travel
  • Experience with relevant industry software: Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs, Slides), MuckRack, Asana, CoverageBook, etc.
  • General understanding of Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn (past social experience is a plus)
  • Sense of urgency, ownership, and drive to get things done
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing
  • Ability to adapt and work on multiple projects
  • Strong time management skills
  • Energetic, self-directed, and self-motivated
  • Ability to occasionally work night/weekend hours


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