Paid Intern - Public Relations

This is a Part Time Paid Internship

METRO PUBLIC RELATIONS l PAID/CREDITED INTERNSHIPS
This is a spring internship, beginning Feb/March 2021 through early summer 2021, approx 20 hours/week requested

Metro Public Relations is an entertainment PR and creative marketing agency with offices in Los Angeles and NYC. We represent top studios, live events/conventions, traditional/digital talent, brands, producers/production companies, podcasts/podcast networks, platforms and more. We offer a team-oriented, creative environment and a positive office culture.

THIS JOB IS CURRENTLY REMOTE DURING COVID-19

REQUIREMENTS
Can commit to at least three days per week
Currently enrolled in an accredited university/college studying PR, Marketing, Communications or Journalism or a recent graduate with a degree in one of those fields

OUR INTERNS ARE:
Detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced work environment
Regular consumers of industry and entertainment news, with knowledge of key media outlets
Ambitious self-starters who aren't afraid to share out-of-the-box ideas and present them in a professional way
Diligent and exhaust all options before reporting back to staff members

PREFERRED SKILLS
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Thorough researching abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Google Drive, MuckRack, Adobe Creative Suite and DropBox preferred
Graphic design experience is a plus
Professional demeanor on the phone, in the office, dealing with staff and any outside vendors, clients, etc

RESPONSIBILITIES
Brainstorming - Ideation of creative ideas or news angles to promote clients and company
Research - Assisting in the creation of daily newsletter for company and clients, compiling appropriate contacts for individualized pitches
Tracking Coverage - Obtaining press clippings, presenting coverage in client-friendly format, reading through daily/weekly industry publications
Special Project - Based on your interests and skill set, we will create a longer-term project for you to complete throughout your internship to add to your PR portfolio as a takeaway

PERKS
Experience working with top entertainment publicists in an intimate working environment
Ability to learn a breadth of knowledge in PR, from working with lifestyle influencers, to digital creators, to top studios
Potential opportunities to attend red carpets, parties and other client event
Exposure to various facets of the business through hands on work, virtual lunch and learns with both staff members and industry leaders, shadowing opportunities, and more
Potential to turn internships into full time offers, when openings arise