Publicist

JDA Worldwide is a full-service marketing agency with a 20-year track record of scaling revenue and global impact for purpose-driven brands. Join our optimistic, people-first culture. We believe the best is yet to come because we're building it together.

Headquartered in downtown Indianapolis, JDA has been recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Indiana Chamber of Commerce for 3 consecutive years. And we aren’t done growing. Having been named to the Inc. 5000 list for 7 consecutive years, we are looking to add more talent to our ambitious team.

JDA’s state-of-the-art office is filled with curious, kind people working alongside purpose-driven clients such as Biglife, Unitus, and Ruth's Chris. We offer top-notch employee perks and benefits such as flexible PTO, fun team events, excellent insurance, Tuesday lunches, and amazing office snacks.

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