Skechers USA Inc. is hiring: Public Relations Assistant in Manhattan Beach

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Public Relations Assistant to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will support various PR initiatives, manage administrative tasks, and contribute to the overall success of our PR department.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development in the field of public relations. If you are passionate about PR and ready to take on a diverse range of responsibilities, we encourage you to apply.

Essential Job Responsibilities-

* Calendar and Budget Organizing:

* Maintain and update various PR calendars (including master calendars, lifestyle calendars, performance calendars, philanthropic calendars, ambassadors and athlete calendars, etc.)

* Assist in managing PR budgets and allocating quarterly budgets for brand integration opportunities

* Media Monitoring and Reporting:

* Organize daily hits in broadcast and media monitoring portals

* Delete irrelevant content and manage Google alerts

* Scan, clip, and file press placements for long lead, short lead, and online media

* Conduct weekly newsstand visits to purchase magazines/newspapers with press hits

* Press Samples and Requests:

* Log press requests and pulls

* Ship and manage inventory of press samples

* Submit and log shoe orders to data entry

* Event and Outreach:

* Support the planning and execution of various events, including:

* Adoption events for BOBS from Skechers

* Press events for product launches

* Events featuring ambassadors and athletes

* Philanthropic initiatives

* Brand partnership events

* Assist with event logistics such as venue sourcing, scheduling, and event invitations.

* Influencer and Media Relations:

* Prepare and ship mailings for gifts, social posts, and new product launches to editors, celebrities, influencers, athletes and ambassadors

* Maintain and build editor contact lists for print, online, regional, and broadcast media

* Maintain, organize and update ambassador, athlete, influencer and agency contacts

* Administrative Support:

* Organize and manage press materials and files

* Assist with general administrative tasks as needed

* Maintain SILA (graphics platform), including job insertion and product mood boards. The position will also serve as a backup to the traffic coordinator for all marketing jobs in graphics.

* Internal Communications:

* Support in preparing meeting agendas and preparing meeting recaps as needed

Job Requirements-

* Ability to work on-site at the Skechers Headquarters in Manhattan Beach, CA

* Interest in Public Relations

* Strong organizational and multitasking skills

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and media monitoring tools

* Knowledge of social media platforms and influencer marketing strategies

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

* Attention to detail and accuracy in work

* Interest in fashion, lifestyle, and consumer products industries

* Creative thinker with a proactive and problem-solving attitude

* Excellent interpersonal skills and a team-oriented mindset

Education and Experience-

* College degree - Emphasis in Marketing/PR/Communications preferred

The pay range for this role is $27-$30/hr USD

About Skechers

Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global, Fortune 500 brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do - delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.