SEQUEL

PUBLIC RELATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER — HOSPITALITY

ABOUT US

SEQUEL is an award-winning communications and marketing agency specializing in culture, hospitality, fashion, and music. Through a multidisciplinary approach, SEQUEL creates strategies, stories and synergies for the brands and people who define the world today. 

OVERVIEW

SEQUEL is actively seeking a Public Relations & Marketing Manager for our hospitality division.The Manager provides support to the Vice President and Founder by developing and managing key relationships that support the vision and business objectives of our clients. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• In partnership with the Vice President and Founder of the agency, develop a PR strategy for each client and drive implementation while demonstrating impactful results. 
• Develop and execute earned media plans and secure brand building coverage for multiple clients
• Increase profiles of brand and spokespeople by identifying opportunities across media outlets, conferences, podcasts and industry events. Oversee and implement the agreed approach with the respective in-house and external teams.
• In line with strategy, ideate creative ways to tell our clients’ stories, celebrating campaigns, events and executive profiles
• Compile interview briefings for spokespeople / partners and written responses for features and news stories
• Maintain relationships with relevant journalists, media and brand partners 
• Provide coverage targets (by month and by project)
• Accountable for KPI tracking and reporting, working with PR Assistant and interns

WHAT YOU BRING

• 3+ years of PR and marketing experience in the hospitality or lifestyle field
• Robust network of media and editorial relationships within
• Ability to work on competing priorities at the same time
• Able to work with different teams and personalities, and find ways to compromise and do what’s best for the business
• Proficient in Google suite (Excel, Slides, Word)
• Strong attention to detail
• General interest in hospitality and travel 
• Comfortable with a fast-paced environment and able to be nimble
• Ability to travel when needed
• Proven track record of creating a positive impact on business through implementation of a PR and marketing strategy
• Experience ideating and executing events
• Discreet, professional and well spoken, with excellent communication skills 
• Extremely well-organized, methodical, and efficient, with a good dose of common sense and initiative
• Proactive and able to show initiative/ideas to constantly promote our clients
• Creative and strategic thinker 
• Able to identify communication opportunities across multiple media platforms

WHAT WE BRING

• Hybrid work environment 
• 401(k) plan with matching benefits 
• A portal through ADP with an array of discounts on things like theme park and cinema tickets
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Generous vacation and sick day allotment
• Volunteerism and wellness benefits
• Summer Fridays
• Paid Winter Holiday Break

Salary is negotiable based on skills and experience.

SEQUEL is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We recognize and celebrate the benefits that diversity brings to our workplace, our business and our customers. We welcome and will consider all applications regardless of race and nationality, religion, color, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.

SEQUEL

Sequel is a full service public relations agency looking for a full time PR Account Coordinator to work on Beauty and Fashion accounts. Ideal candidates will have completed at least 2 PR internships, agency experience a plus.

Candidate requirements:

• Must be very detail oriented and organized
• Must have impeccable writing and phone skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Must have a firm understanding of what PR is about
• Must have an internship in PR completed (preferably 2)
• Must be enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Must have a desire to learn about PR and want a career in PR in the future
• Must bring creative ideas to the table and contribute to brainstorms
• Candidate will attend client meetings, so must have clear communication skills

Responsibilities include:

• Clipping and mocking press clips for clients
• Generating weekly and monthly reports
• Managing sample closet
• Coordinating sample send outs and returns to both media and celebrities
• Updating databases on an ongoing basis
• Helping with the planning and execution of special events (parties, fashion shows, etc.)
• Managing daily activity and submitting daily reports to Account Manager
• Assist on strategic planning and client initiatives

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