Formerly known as The Mango Agency Asia, Upcycle Communications is an independent agency that works fluidly across a number of industries. We are storytellers and marketers specialising in purpose-driven brands on a mission, effecting change for the better through transformational communications.
We are looking for a hardworking Public Relations Intern to support day-to-day operations in our team. Selected candidates will get to work on an exciting selection of clients and learn from an experienced team of professionals. Interns at Upcycle Communications are exposed to the whole gamut of public relations functions, including content creation, media relations, events, research, and managing multiple daily tasks and deadlines.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Support with development of materials, including press releases, story pitches, social media posts among others
- Media relations, including follow up with media, extending event invitations and general coordination
- Conduct research for existing and new client projects
- Media monitoring and reporting on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
- Assist with WIP, monthly and end-project reports
- Manage and update media lists and databases for clients
- Participate in brainstorm sessions
- Work with the team on managing logistics for media kits and deliveries
- Contribute to the new business development process
- Assist with event planning and support
Candidate requirements and qualifications:
- Pursuing studies in Public Relations, Mass Communications, Media Studies, Journalism, or any communications-related field
- Understanding of various social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok
- Efficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Docs/Sheet/Slides
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Good research and analytical skills
- Graphic designing skills – knowledge of using Photoshop, Canva would be a plus
- High-energy multi-tasker with ability to prioritize workload and manage deadlines
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Pleasant, self-motivated and outgoing personality
- Prior internship experience in PR agency, advertising agency or journalism would be a plus
- Can commit to a full-time internship period of 3 to 6-months minimum.
If you are an individual who appreciates new challenges, can thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet the aforementioned requirements, we would love to hear from you.
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