GFY Creative is looking for a freelance PR Account Coordinator! 

Women-owned and fully remote independent marketing and communications firm seeks a highly organized self-starter who is ready to hit the ground running and make a difference. 

About the Company

GFY Creative is a creative PR and marketing agency dedicated to empowering the voices that will change the world. By providing a full scope of services and ideas, GFY is a dedicated partner from point A to Z. We don’t add fluff and we don’t tell you what you want to hear, we tell you the truth. We create based on our principles and with future generations in mind.

We don’t follow the norm, we create trends. We think outside the box and overcome challenges to uplift brands and thought leaders who have a story to tell and vision to build. We’re not afraid to try something new because you can’t guarantee a result. We combine digital prowess with traditional marketing to amplify our clients and reach new audiences. We understand that those who want to change the world need support along the way and we thrive on empowering them.

GFY creative works with brands and thought leaders in (vegan) health and wellness, fitness, smart technology, B2B, CPG, medical, sustainability, eCommerce, and personal development. We provide a range of services including branding, marketing, digital, PR, paid and social media, influencer and celebrity relations, thought leadership, web design and development, events, copywriting, project management, video and audio, graphic design, community management, product development, and podcast management.

We believe great voices come from everywhere and we empower our people to live their life to the fullest which is why we are a fully virtual agency made up of people from diverse backgrounds and experiences. 

About the Role

The ideal candidate is looking for the next step in their career and has 1-4 years of experience in-house, at an agency, or in journalism. This position offers high-growth potential as we are a small team and constantly growing our client base. We are a fully remote agency with people worldwide but headquartered in Los Angeles. This role comes with hands on opportunities but also training as needed. See details below: 

Responsibilities

• Support in day-to-day admin activities servicing multiple clients
• Identify opportunities and pitch media
• Creating key messages, talking points and Q & As around client brands
• Coordinate networking and outreach to journalists/editors
• Field journalist queries and media requests
• Track all media hits, mentions, planned items, and interview requests
• Research and compile media and podcast lists
• Manage incoming client requests
• Update internal databases
• Coordinate meetings and calls
• Conduct relevant research and monitor industry trends
• Identify and coordinate influencer, sponsorship and partnership opportunities
• Draft social media content and materials
• Engage on behalf of clients on social media 
• Support development of blog posts and newsletters on behalf of the agency and clients
• Researching and managing awards and events lists

Skills

• Strong writing and communication skills a must
• Strong organizational, time and project management skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and ask questions
• Proven work experience either as an Account Coordinator or similar role in-house or with a PR agency OR in a newsroom/journalism setting (PR internships considered)
• Adept at networking and relationship building
• Consistently strives to provide excellent client service
• Proactive, positive, and problem-solving attitude
• Experience with media monitoring and database programs like MuckRack, Critical Mention and Coverage Book a plus
• BONUS if you are vegan, gluten-free and/or have a personal passion for sustainability

Please send resume/portfolio, availability and interests to [email protected]