Publicist

JDA Worldwide is a full-service agency specializing in brand, campaign, PR and digital for high-growth brands.
Headquartered in Indianapolis, JDA maintains a rich history of serving national brands with international impact.
The agency is a regular member of the Inc.
500|5000 for fastest growing companies in the U.
S.
and an Indiana Chamber of Commerce “Best Places To Work”.
Our team is a rare combination of dedicated, courageous, and collaborative professionals that you won’t find anywhere else.
Come join us! Location: Indianapolis, IN, Washington, DC, or Nashville, TN JDA is seeking a highly motivated, result-driven Publicist with a proven track record of developing and executing strategic communications plans, media relations campaigns, and media strategies.
As a Publicist at JDA, you will be responsible for pitching concepts and written works on behalf of our clients to a variety of reputable media outlets.
The successful candidate will be passionate about delivering innovative solutions for clients and have experience crafting compelling messages, building relationships with journalists, securing interviews and prime media placements, and effectively representing our clients’ voices to the media and public alike The ideal candidate has a knack for newsworthy storytelling and must be dedicated to building narratives that guide and support our clients’ brand stories.
Experience identifying opportunities for public awareness growth and mitigating risks to our client’s brand image and integrity are key to success in this role.
As a Publicist at JDA, you will collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure client satisfaction.
As an integral part of the JDA team culture, this new team member must have an exceptional work ethic and be committed to high-vision, high-values leadership.
Job Responsibilities Develop and maintain strong relationships with reporters, producers, and media outlets Pitch and book media engagements for client interviews and written works Orchestrate successful media interviews, press conferences, and media tours, maximizing media engagement and enhancing our clients’ public profiles Act as the first point of contact with inbound media and respond to all queries Curate customized media contact lists, tailored for each client’s location, audience, and campaigns Develop comprehensive messaging strategies that resonate with target audiences, reinforcing clients’ brand identities across various communication channels Master and utilize company PR tools (such as Cision and Meltwater) Seek opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and advertising on behalf of JDA’s clients Track media coverage and follow industry trends Prepare and submit PR reports Act as a media liaison on the ground for client events and press conferences Requirements BS/BA in Business, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field 3+ years of experience as a Public Relations Officer or similar PR role Experience managing media relations (online, broadcast and print) Background in researching, writing and editing publications Broad media connections, particularly in Faith, Business, and Government is a plus Client/Customer Focus Exceptional communication skills (oral and written) Strong team collaboration Excellent presentation skills Organization, time management, and strong attention to detail Creative problem solving Results-driven work ethic The duties are many, various, and not limited to those listed above.
Benefits Healthcare plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) 401k matching program Life insurance (100% company paid) Flexible PTO + Holiday Paid parental leave Employee Assistance Program Short Term & Long-Term Disability (100% company paid) Training & development opportunities Cell phone reimbursement Hybrid work setting Wellness resources Free snacks & drinks available in office locations