Public Relations Internship - MACIAS PR

Company overview

MACIAS PR is a boutique, top rated PR firm founded by a former Executive Producer with NBC and Senior Producer with CBS in New York. This in-depth understanding of the media gives every PR campaign we launch an editorial advantage. MACIAS PR has run publicity, branding and crisis PR campaigns for tech start-ups, healthcare/health tech companies, asset management firms, politicians, financial groups, trade organizations, Internet retailers, nonprofits and service sector industries.

Internship overview

Our interns are involved in every capacity of PR, marketing, and journalism - plus they get to see the inside of how entrepreneurs start and run their businesses. Interns work directly with the founder of the firm on media strategy, execution, branding campaigns and new business development. They also work on media and branding campaigns for established companies, and most leave our program having gained a basic understanding of Photoshop, Premiere and/or InDesign. Potential responsibilities include:

• Ghostwriting editorials
• Writing media pitches and press releases with the opportunity to publish under your own name and add to your portfolio
• Assisting on existing media campaigns and brainstorming new campaigns
• Research reporters and media outlets

Suggested qualifications

• Excellent writing skills
• Business savvy and understanding of professional writing and social media use
• Interest in business, finance, communications, or similar
• Creative and entrepreneurial attitude
• Open to all educational backgrounds - business, PR, communications, marketing, or journalism are especially relevant

How to apply

Email info@maciaspr.com with the subject line "Internship Application - Fall 2020". Must include an updated resume, personalized cover letter, and samples of previous PR/journalism work if applicable.