Public Relations Specialist (ninja) - California

Hey Folks - I wanted to pass along this cool opportunity with the California Strawberry Commission.  As a PR minded guy that loves to eat strawberries, I am wishing I was located in California these days!  I'd be after this job like a rat after a cheeto!  Give Kathy a shout and let her know that you're going to be her next PR Guru (ninja).  Then, write a story about how you found the job.  : )  Hey, if this one isn't for you though, please click the little envelope below and send it to someone cool.

Position Title/Summary	Public Relations Specialist
Email *	kgarnett@calstrawberry.org
Industry *	Agriculture
	California Strawberry Commission
Public Relations Specialist The California Strawberry Commission is a dynamic, collaborative environment in need of an excellent writer with project management skills. As the public relations specialist working with a diverse team in a variety of ways your responsibilities will include: • Fostering relationships with editors and writers • Monitoring media; evaluating publicity; creating reports • Writing and distributing press releases • Providing reactive and proactive responses to media inquiries and press pitches • Writing, editing and proofing internal and external messages for industry, trade and consumer audiences • Collaborating with internal departments on education/training and special projects • Representing industry at events including festivals and trade shows • Coordinating marketing and communications campaigns • Generally supporting the department director Skills Required • Quick to assimilate information and produce written communications • Creative • Organized and independent • Knowledge of Cision and other database tools preferred • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Qualifications • BA or BS degree in marketing, communications, public relations or a related field of study • 3 years experience in a corporate communications or PR agency setting preferred Some travel required. The California Strawberry Commission is a state government agency that represents an industry of more than 500 growers and 60 shippers and processors of California strawberries. With a primary focus on food safety education, Commission strategies also include production and nutrition research, trade relations, public policy and marketing communications.