About Us
Established in 1984 and celebrating its 40th Anniversary this year, Nike Communications is a female-founded creative communications firm specializing in the marketing of prestige brands. We create meaningful connections between some of the world’s most iconic brands and their audiences by utilizing diverse perspectives to develop culturally relevant client campaigns. We believe differences fuel the creative spirit; that by embracing diverse perspectives and cultures, innovation can flourish, and creativity will shine through in each story we tell.
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Differences fuel the creative spirit.
At Nike Communications, we recognize that diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical components to our success, and we are deeply committed to creating a workplace that values and supports the unique talents and perspectives of every individual. We are passionate about building an agency that truly reflects the diversity of our world, and we firmly believe that fostering a culture of inclusivity and equity is a fundamental responsibility shared by everyone within our agency.
More About The Role
Join our Wine team as a
temp-to-perm Media Specialist across a major wine portfolio client in our New York office (hybrid schedule of two days a week in office) or as a remote employee residing in Texas or Florida! Dive into a dynamic role, working on a variety of accounts. Your chance to fuel the creative spirit starts here!
Responsibilities
- Media Relations Mastery: Leads by example in securing earned media, focusing on marquee feature stories in top national outlets and emerging media platforms.
- Build Lasting Relationships: Cultivates genuine relationships with journalists and media members, fostering trust and mutual respect.
- Shape Media Campaigns Together: Participates in brainstorming sessions to help plan and execute media campaigns.
- Team Mentorship & Development: Supports the growth and advancement of junior staff in their media relations skills via development of their pitch writing, and media lists/targets.
Qualifications
- Professional Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in public relations and media relations
- Passion & Industry Knowledge: Genuine enthusiasm and in-depth knowledge of the Wine, Food & Beverage, Lifestyle and Entertainment industries with a proven track record of delivering impactful stories across diverse media, with a strong focus on experience with wine clients and media.
- Media Landscape Mastery: Has a comprehensive understanding of the media landscape, including print, online, broadcast and new-media (i.e. podcast) channels, enabling effective media outreach and engagement to secure great results
- Possesses Strong Relationships: Has genuine relationships with top media outlets and key freelance writers, and looking to build their network further
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills online and in-person
- Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Embodies the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion; demonstrates self-awareness, cultural competency, and the ability to work with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a dynamic workplace, showcasing adaptability and resilience and ready to grow themselves and help the team grow as well
The overall annual budget for this role is $70,000 annually, but we are open to working with candidates that can offer part-time availability (a minimum of 25 hours per week with regular planned availability Monday-Friday) and work at an hourly rate.
Nike Communications, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Nike Communications, Inc. is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
