Campaign Coordinator - PR

Purpose of the role

The Campaign Coordinator is a media focused role that also provides administrative support to the wider Client Servicing team. It requires the ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and proactively pursue activity. The Coordinator will develop a clear understanding of the team's requirements, be proactive, and supportive at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team with the management of client accounts and projects, helping to establish TEAM LEWIS as an invaluable long term partner for marketing and communications services.
• Coordinate communication (including meetings and reviews) with clients, adhering to deadlines.
• Support the new business process by providing research and coordination.
• Assist with the coordination of press tours, events and review programmes.
• Understand and avidly follow the news agenda, positioning clients and products within context.
• Research and identify appropriate journalists, bloggers and analysts on an ongoing basis.
• Develop media and blogger relationships for self and on behalf of the team.
• Monitor relevant news sources and alert the team to relevant breaking news opportunities.
• Draft a broad range of written materials including biographies, briefing documents, media alerts, soundbites, Q&As, backgrounders and boilerplates.
• Create press materials and compelling content for both traditional and digital media.
• Provide social media insight as well as execution and management of related digital activity.
• Accurately report activity levels and regularly complete timesheets to ensure correct allocation of client and team duties.
• Work closely with line manager to maximise own strengths and improve weaknesses.
• Regularly attend TEAM LEWIS training sessions and daily press briefings to enhance skills and develop knowledge.
• Ensure that all account activity and results are reported back to the Senior Campaign Executive / Campaign Manager / Campaign Director.
• Support the Client Servicing team on ad hoc initiatives and projects.
• Support the Office Coordinator with front desk duties when required, including opening the office.

About you

• Passionate, ambitious and hardworking, looking to begin a career in a rapidly growing, global organisation.
• School or college leaver - university degree is optional.
• Ideally, experience of working in a PR, marketing or digital communications environment.
• Proven written ability in English and local languages.
• Creative thinking.
• Keen interest in print and broadcast media.
• Calmness under pressure and ability to achieve tight deadlines.
• Clear interest in current affairs and the news agenda.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities for this role. Other responsibilities may be added from time to time.

TEAM LEWIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and fostering an environment focused on equality, empowerment, and respect. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that supports and celebrates our diversity. We continue to invest in our efforts to ensure that TEAM LEWIS is a place where everyone can thrive.