Jr. Public Relations Associate (Hybrid)

Position Summary

To support public relations activities of the department – including press materials and content development, social media, researching of communications opportunities, and monitoring of news about SRF – to meet the goals of building awareness of the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda and his international society, Self-Realization Fellowship, and its services and products.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of press materials (press releases, pitch letters, informational backgrounders and biographies).
• Monitor Social Media and other online communications platforms.
• Ongoing research of SRF content (through SRF publications, website and newsletters) to determine appropriate and relevant pitch/story ideas on the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda and offerings of SRF.
• Contribute to content development for SRF website, as well as external websites, blogs, and media outlets, and SRF Social Media platforms.
• Assist in the fielding of incoming requests, such as from the media, film companies, photographers, academia, and others.
• Identify potential SRF speaker engagements and conference participation.
• Research potential new media and online outlets for media placement, and assist in management of our media database.
• Help to identify online influencers, podcasters, and bloggers for potential SRF coverage.
• Honor and maintain a strict level of confidentiality.
• Responsible to follow SRF’s policies and established processes.
• Other position-related tasks, as assigned.

Requirements

• College/university degree in journalism, marketing/public relations, or communications.
• One to three years’ experience in public relations field.
• Knowledge of local, regional, and national media and blog outlets, and podcasts (print, broadcast, and online).
• Proficiency in media databases (Meltwater, Cision, Muckrack, etc.), Adobe Photoshop a plus.
• Strong familiarity with digital platforms.
• Must be detail-oriented, strong writer, and able to identify newsworthy angles and story ideas.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to represent SRF appropriately when dealing with the public.
• Some travel may be required to attend events in the Los Angeles area.
• The ability to function well in a multi-tasking environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required.

Additional Details

This is a full-time, hourly non-exempt position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PST.

This position is hybrid as the individual would need to be present for in-person events in Southern California.

The selected individual must satisfactorily complete our background investigation, and sign a non-disclosure agreement. No reimbursement for relocation costs offered for this position.

We offer a competitive benefits package that features a variety of insurance coverage choices including group medical, dental, life insurance, a retirement plan and much more. We also provide paid sick, vacation and holiday time.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Pay range: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour, depending on skills, experience and education.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to resumes@yogananda-srf.org.  No phone calls please. No agencies.