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Factory PR’s seeks Public Relations Interns for our Spring 2025 term which runs from January 6th through May 16th in our NYC & LA offices. We are hiring for our Fashion (NY & LA), Beauty, Tech Innovation + Design and Digital teams. The candidates should be tapped in culturally and have a genuine passion for the public relations and relevant fields. We’re looking for dedicated, motivated and passionate individuals who can multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and who want to learn from a great team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Public Relations – Beauty, Wellness, Fashion and VIP (in LA office), & Tech/Innovation/Design:

  • Organize and merchandise samples and client collections
  • Traffic samples to publications and stylists
  • Scan and lay out press clips in Photoshop
  • Conduct competitive research in fashion, beauty and tech/design
  • Compile and update media lists
  • Update client reports
  • Create PR pitches
  • Handle press mailings
  • Assist with the planning and execution of events including parties, fashion shows and presentations

Digital Team – Social & Influencer

  • Identify influencer/brand ambassador programs
  • Identify key influencers, bloggers and online media in designated verticals
  • Write compelling and engaging social content
  • Develop strategically led ideas for building brands via Social
  • Compile weekly and monthly reporting and analytics
  • Research trends, happenings, etc

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background of study in relevant field
  • Must be able to commit to 3-5 days per week
  • Participation in a PR 101 course taught by our directors & complete assignment at end of term
  • Must have experience with Word, Excel, Powerpoint. Photoshop a plus

COMPENSATION

  • This is an unpaid internship but there is a monthly stipend for travel expenses or miscellaneous costs
  • Will be able to earn school credit if needed through our 8-week PR 101 course
  • Snacks, exciting opportunities and cool office dogs included!

Email internships@factorypr.com for more information or to apply.

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Factory PR seeks a Senior Account Executive to join its Tech + Innovation Division. The candidate should be an avid consumer of tech and business media, and have a strong desire for a career in tech and innovation. The position calls for an organized and attention-detailed publicist and relationship builder. The candidate will support—and be mentored by— an incredible team of publicists and strategists.

What You’ll Do

  • Support the development and execution of innovative communications strategies for brands, melding traditional and digital media
  • Write and produce high-impact press materials, including press kits, releases, and pitches
  • Maintain and expand relationships with technology and business editors, broadcast producers, and conference organizers
  • Manage and grow relationships with clients and co-lead calls and IATs with Senior Directors
  • Lead initiatives to secure top-tier features and ongoing placements
  • Assist in the creation of thought leadership programs, including messaging and positioning, securing founder profiles and Q&As, and garner speaking opportunities at appropriate industry conferences
  • Manage the junior staff, acting as a strong mentor and guide


What You Have

  • Minimum 4-years of innovation and corporate PR experience, preferably at an agency
  • Superior knowledge of innovation and business media practices with a phenomenal track record of garnering top-tier coverage (print, online, broadcast, podcast)
  • Experience working with startups and established brands; well-versed in strategy associated with launching companies, funding announcements, and executive communications (hires, transitions, major company milestones)
  • Ability to successfully and strategically pitch and place news stories, client profiles, and brand features
  • Strong writing, communication and presentation skills to effectively articulate ideas to clients, agency principals, and colleagues
  • High level of interest and proficiency in the evolving media landscape
  • Ability to thrive in a fast paced, deadline oriented, high-energy environment with a consistent positive attitude
  • Experience with managing and mentoring junior staff

What makes us stand out even further as a company? We put our money where our mouth is and truly invest in our staff.

Pay: We offer competitive salaries based on experience, 401k employer contribution, life insurance, birthday bonuses, and a $500 annual wellness stipend.

Health + Wellness: Factory covers 100% of your basic vision, medical and dental plans each month. On top of that, we offer monthly gym credits, One Medical and KindBody access, a flexible spending account, and online resources including HealthAdvocate, Teledoc, and TalkSpace.

Hybrid Work: We believe that our best work happens in a hybrid working environment. We want to see you in person 2-3 days a week. That could mean in our office, in our client's office, or attending an industry event.

Work-Life Balance: We want staff to be excited to return to work after the weekend. To help that, we offer ample PTO and holidays, end-of-year 10-day shutdown for the holidays, half-day summer Fridays, flexible sick time, PFL, and a dog-friendly office.

And if that wasn’t enough, we also offer annual CitiBike memberships, discount metro cards, and celebratory events such as our Summer + Holiday parties, happy hours, karaoke nights, and team outings.

FPR believes firmly in respect, kindness, openness, self-expression, and creativity, making space for the lived and learned experiences of all our people, and helping them to be the best they can be. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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