Job Posting: Public Relations Coordinator – Comcast
June 11, 2009 | by Aaron Mentzer
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The Public Relations Coordinator prepares information regarding an organization through newspapers, periodicals, television and radio and other forms of media. The Public Relations Coordinator provides professional support to the Director of Public Relations by coordinating projects related to media initiatives, community involvement, and employee communications.
Position Summary:
Professional Support
Assist in the development of the annual public relations plan.
Maintain database of all news media and key community leaders, politicians, etc.
Liaison with other local departments and other Public Relations departments in Comcast.
Provide monthly reconciliation of budget-related expenses and budget variances.
Community Involvement
Coordinate company involvement in a variety of community events as requested by the Director of Public Relations including Comcast Cares Day and the United Way campaign.
Coordinate initiatives related to product and airing of Comcast Newsmakers TV program
Participate in research and development of community contributions and corporate foundation grant opportunities.
Coordinate Cable in the Classroom initiatives
Employee Communications
Assist with all aspects of the monthly employee newsletter, Comcast Connection and all other electronic communications and print media.
Assist with publicizing Comcast Cares Day and other employee involvement initiatives.
Coordinate employee meetings as requested by the Director of Public Relations.
Participate as an active member of the Employee Involvement Committee.
Assist in implementation of logistics for the United Way Campaign.
Media Initiatives
Assist in research and development of news media initiatives.
Monitor, compile and distribute company and industry news media coverage.
Post stories on public relations intranet site
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, and/or closely related field
At least three years of professional public relations experience
Project Management skills
Strong oral and written (e.g. composition) communication skills
Familiarity with newsletter layout design, digital photography, and associated software applications
Word processing and computer skills
Accuracy, flexibility and confidence.
Self starter who can work independently with minimum supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
Grant Writing experience
To apply, click here or visit the Comcast website.
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