Public Relations Associate Jobs

Mind Meld PR is a Public Relations Agency in Vancouver, B.C., serving clients in the USA and Canada. We get media coverage for startups and scale-ups in AI, EdTech, HealthTech, CleanTech, FinTech and more.

We’re looking for a former journalist (or a working journalist looking to make a change) to join our fast-paced startup who can help us get earned media coverage for our clients.

You *MUST* have journalism experience to apply.

To succeed in this role, you should be eager to learn, flexible and focused on getting results.

Most importantly, you’ll be able to show us some high-quality writing and strategic thinking -- whether it’s in your current job, or part of your side hustle.

What you’ll be doing…

• Monitor and report on PR campaigns
• Write, edit, send and publish press releases and media pitches
• Build media lists and cultivate relationships with journalists
• Pitch press releases and client stories to reporters
• Work with the team and clients to brainstorm compelling story angles and campaigns
• Coordinate public relations activities, including reactive media requests, interviews, and speaking opportunities

A bit about you…

• You are a strong and versatile writer, with an ability to translate complex topics into engaging content
• You are organized, able to prioritize across many projects, keep boards and tasks updated, and respond quickly to media requests.
• Bonus points for being on top of news and tech trends that you use to inform and strengthen your pitching.
• 1+ year of PR or marketing experience is nice-to-have (not required).
• *1+ year of professional journalism experience is REQUIRED*

What’s in it for you?

• Training. Even if you’re making a transition to PR (eg. from journalism), our processes will help you hit the ground running.
• Doing creative work with creative people.
• We are fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere

If this sounds like a great fit for you, please apply now!