Company description

The Food Group is a premier full-service agency that blends food, culture and marketing expertise. As thought leaders in the industry, we’ve developed a simple mantra: to deliver powerful integrated ideas that create meaningful connections across multiple audiences and disciplines. With over 50 years of building some of the world’s most iconic brands and businesses, we’re uniquely positioned to bring clients a full suite of marketing, advertising, planning and public relations services designed to connect brands with people, buyers with sellers and sales with marketing. For more information, visit http://www.thefoodgroup.com.

Job description

Do you get excited every time you secure a press placement? Are you a foodie at heart? Do you love being the first to know about the next big trends?   

 

We’re looking for a self-motivated PR Freelancer with killer instincts and great communication skills to support our team. We need someone with solid media relations experience who can secure strong press results for our food and beverage clients.

 

About You:

• Accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Creative and analytical (strong problem-solving skills)
• Flexible and able to work under tight deadlines and extended hours as needed
• Able to juggle multiple projects and know how to prioritize
• Passionate about the food and beverage industry
• Proven track record of press results
• Strong media relationships in consumer and trade media
• Knowledge of the industry and keen awareness of trends

 

Responsibilities:

• Support planning and strategy development
• Develop custom pitch angles 
• Develop and distribute press releases and pitches
• Target pitch editors in consumer and trade media 
• Secure press interviews with client
• Secure product spotlights

Compensation this position is : hourly, varies DOE, $45.00 - $80.00 Location job can be done remotely Application instructions Deadlineno deadline