Specialist, PR & Celebrity Job at Saks Global in New York

Overview

Specialist, PR & Celebrity role at Saks Global. Salary for this position is between $72,000 and $89,000. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include market, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

You Will Be

As a Specialist of Public Relations and Celebrity at Saks Global, you will support a dynamic team of PR pros on all press initiatives that elevate the company through strategic media relations, earned coverage, brand partnerships and more. As a creative self-starter, you will lead and execute on high impact press projects, always aiming to drive external brand awareness and positive positioning, as well as internal efficiency and organization. You will liaise with top-tier editors and maintain strong press relationships, in addition to supporting executives at buzzworthy events.

What You Will Do

• Draft press releases, media alerts, executive bios, executive quotes, pitches and more
• Assist in PR support for special events (some evenings and weekends as required by event schedule), as well as dedicated support for senior executives and talent at press events
• Proactive press outreach to generate meaningful news cycles and support execution of launches, announcements, press events and more
• Produce new talent recommendations while also forecasting how talent can strengthen the brand's short- and long-term goals
• Foster meaningful relationships with members of the media in key areas—women’s fashion, men’s fashion, beauty, accessories, entertainment, trade and more—including print, broadcast and digital
• Create newsworthy ideas to advance the company’s storytelling and positive press
• Create press summaries and results’ recaps
• Liaise between the PR team and various internal teams as required, including events, social media, marketing, merchandising, creative and more and attend internal / external talent, brand, press and partner meetings
• Refresh and maintain press talent, stylist and agent lists for team

What You Will Bring

Preferred Qualifications (nice To Haves)

Location & Schedule

This position is in person located in New York, NY with 4 days in office by default (Monday through Thursday), Fridays remote, and with flexibility to manage personal needs as they arise.

Your Life And Career At Saks Global

Benefits

We offer the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements : medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, disability insurance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits (such as critical illness, hospital and accident insurance).

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Note

The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.

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