Kansas Action for Children, Inc
Public Relations Specialist - 12498
Kansas Action for Children, Inc, Topeka, Kansas, United States,
at Garmin International in Olathe, Kansas, United StatesJob Description
Overview
We are seeking a full-time
Public Relations Specialist
in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for increasing awareness of Garmin's products by facilitating the best possible editorial coverage in mainstream, endemic and trade outlets, including digital, print and broadcast media.
Essential FunctionsCommunicates with journalists/other members of media to drive awareness of Garmin's products by demonstrating their unique advantages of compelling design, superior quality and best valueMaintains/grows relationships with media contacts and other product reviewers, podcasters and YouTube influencers throughout the respective industries Garmin servesDevelops/writes engaging PR pitches to generate positive coverage for Garmin products and featuresFacilitates review/demo units and provides product demonstrations and overviews (virtual or otherwise)Supports PR strategies/programs that are aligned with business' goals, including PR plans, product pitches, press releases, award applications and company statements and quotesUtilizes media database and monitoring tools to identify new contacts, publications and story opportunitiesCommunicates PR plans to Garmin's global offices/teams in other countriesAttends/represents Garmin at industry tradeshows and PR eventsPlans/executes media events surrounding new products introductions, tradeshow activities and other special eventsDemonstrates deep understanding of Garmin's product line and competitive landscapeCollaborates with Garmin's Content Marketing and Corporate Communications team to develop compelling stories that keep Garmin in the newsWorks productively on deadline and can respond quickly to time-sensitive media requestsAssists with other PR needs as necessary, including monitoring Media Relations inboxBasic QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related field
AND
a minimum of 1 year of public relations, marketing experience or equivalent work experienceDemonstrates a working knowledge of Garmin products and the market(s) servedDemonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and excellent presentation skillsDisplays compelling writing skills and knowledge of Associated Press style guidelinesWillingness to travel to trade shows and media eventsMust be a highly organized self-starter able to manage multiple projects/meet deadlines with minimal supervision, and exhibit outstanding professionalism, judgment, and integrityDesired QualificationsExperience in/enthusiasm for navigation, consumer electronics, wireless and activities associated with Garmin products and servicesExperience with digital/social media
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin BenefitsEqual Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
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Overview
We are seeking a full-time
Public Relations Specialist
in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for increasing awareness of Garmin's products by facilitating the best possible editorial coverage in mainstream, endemic and trade outlets, including digital, print and broadcast media.
Essential FunctionsCommunicates with journalists/other members of media to drive awareness of Garmin's products by demonstrating their unique advantages of compelling design, superior quality and best valueMaintains/grows relationships with media contacts and other product reviewers, podcasters and YouTube influencers throughout the respective industries Garmin servesDevelops/writes engaging PR pitches to generate positive coverage for Garmin products and featuresFacilitates review/demo units and provides product demonstrations and overviews (virtual or otherwise)Supports PR strategies/programs that are aligned with business' goals, including PR plans, product pitches, press releases, award applications and company statements and quotesUtilizes media database and monitoring tools to identify new contacts, publications and story opportunitiesCommunicates PR plans to Garmin's global offices/teams in other countriesAttends/represents Garmin at industry tradeshows and PR eventsPlans/executes media events surrounding new products introductions, tradeshow activities and other special eventsDemonstrates deep understanding of Garmin's product line and competitive landscapeCollaborates with Garmin's Content Marketing and Corporate Communications team to develop compelling stories that keep Garmin in the newsWorks productively on deadline and can respond quickly to time-sensitive media requestsAssists with other PR needs as necessary, including monitoring Media Relations inboxBasic QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, or related field
AND
a minimum of 1 year of public relations, marketing experience or equivalent work experienceDemonstrates a working knowledge of Garmin products and the market(s) servedDemonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and excellent presentation skillsDisplays compelling writing skills and knowledge of Associated Press style guidelinesWillingness to travel to trade shows and media eventsMust be a highly organized self-starter able to manage multiple projects/meet deadlines with minimal supervision, and exhibit outstanding professionalism, judgment, and integrityDesired QualificationsExperience in/enthusiasm for navigation, consumer electronics, wireless and activities associated with Garmin products and servicesExperience with digital/social media
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin BenefitsEqual Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
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