Internship at Leapfrog PR and Byrdhouse PR

Leapfrog PR is Leapfrog is a boutique public relations and marketing firm specializing in “lifestyle” related businesses – from specialty food products, dining and fashion to real estate and design. The internship would be for both Leapfrog PR and Byrdhouse PR, as we share an office space. Byrdhouse is more hospitality oriented with clients ranging from local hotels to restaurants.

 

Daily Duties:

Internet research

Drafting Press Releases and materials for Press Kits

Deliveries for clients

Necessary errands for clients

Drafting bios for clients

Editing or Creating Event Invites/information

Updating Social Media

Answering incoming phone calls

Helping to coordinate events

Researching venues

Picking up mail from the PO box/sending mail

Editing or organizing Excel documents

Picking up local and national magazines to look for client features

Researching competitors of clients

Keeping up with local events

Qualifications:

Basic understanding of Microsoft Word and Excel

Must have a mode of transportation

Must be flexible with working/ attending events after office hours

Must be comfortable making business calls while in the office

The internship is unpaid with a small stipend at the end, and will run either MW from 10 am to 4 pm & Friday 10 am to noon or TTH 10 am to 4 pm

A day in the Office:

Dress is business casual

Bring a lunch or you will be able to pick something up

You will be reimbursed for all gas mileage used

You get to work with three amazing women and learn all you can about PR at the same time!

Learning Objectives:

Refine writing skills by learning how to draft a professional and interesting press release

Enhance researching ability by learning how to pitch a compelling story for a national publication

Develop creative ability and graphic design skills by learning how to draft a an eye catching press kit

Various uses of the press kit and documents enclosed

Our office is an open environment so that we can share and brainstorm ideas together. We value all employees creative input and are always excited to bring new faces into the office!

Send cover letter and resume to Hannah Danahey at hdanahey@leapfrogprco.com

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