Public Relations Associate in Boston, Massachusetts For Sale

Public Relations Associate Job ID: xxxx-xxxx # Positions: 1 Location: US-MA-Cambridge Category: Marketing More information about this job: Overview: Zipcar, the world’s largest car-sharing company, is looking to add new talent to our team. Today, Zipcar provides hundreds of thousands of people with a viable alternative to traditional car ownership, saving them money, time and headaches. Around the world—from coast to coast, across Canada, the UK, and college campuses in between—people are making the decision to live car free and enjoying the convenience and environmental benefits of having “wheels when you want them”. As we continue to grow our operations, we are looking for talented, passionate people with great ideas to join the family. We aim to create an environment that is supportive, diverse, and as fun as our brand. If you’re results-oriented, dedicated, and ready to contribute to an unparalleled member experience for our community of Zipsters, we encourage you to apply. The Public Relations Associate will develop and execute public relations, external and internal communications and corporate affairs initiatives in support of building Zipcar’s brand awareness and delivering Zipcar’s business objectives, with a specific focus on Zipcar’s local markets. To learn more about Zipcar, what we do, and how we do it, visit zipcar.com. For further employment opportunities, visit zipcar.com/about/jobs Responsibilities: * Develop specific strategies around Zipcar’s key business categories, (Consumer, Business and University) and local level plans for all Zipcar markets * Oversee strategy and media relations for local market public relations * Collaborate on the development of field PR programs to drive business objectives * Help oversee all Public Relations efforts via management of external agencies * Collaborate with key constituencies around policy initiatives * Consistently develop and implement innovative strategies to position Zipcar as an industry leader and category creator * Develop a PR calendar at a strategic level which aligns with the rest of the business * Help oversee overall global communications and public relations strategy * Assist with development of corporate messaging and positioning * Responsible to help execute company’s crisis communication plan, should it be needed Qualifications: * BA required, preferably in English, journalism, public relations, communications or related field * 3-5+ years of relevant public relations experience, ideally with experience in both an agency and client side * Specific experience in each of the following areas; PR strategy, media relations, press release and pitch writing, corporate communications, crisis management * Excellent written and verbal communications, media relations and planning skills * Ability to work well under pressure while managing multiple projects * Flexible with schedule and ability to travel As a member of the Zipcar Team you will receive: * Competitive Compensation * Competitive Benefits Package * Free Membership * Discounts on services, products and much more While we appreciate every applicant’s interest, only those under consideration will be contacted. We regret that phone calls will not be accepted. EOE * apply for this job online * tell a friend about this job