Publicist

**Be part of an enthusiastic team, delivering valuable outcomes to diverse clients, companies and communities across Australia.**:

- **Enjoy a competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives**:

- **Join a culture with a focus on professional development and ongoing learning**

**Who are we?**:
Hi there We are Scout Talent, and our focus is talent acquisition management. Our mission is to "See People First"; our purpose is to connect people to grow companies, careers, and communities.

Our team comprises knowledgeable, dedicated specialists with expertise in recruitment technology and talent attraction strategies. At Scout Talent, we have built a strong culture from the ground up and sustained it for more than twenty years. Our people are the foundation of our success, which is why we value and invest in them.

We are embarking on the next phase of our growth journey, and we have an exciting new opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate **Publicist **to join our team at our Global Riverside head office in **Milton, Brisbane, on a one-day per week, fixed-term contract.**

**The Opportunity**:
Working closely with the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, you will be at the **forefront of shaping our public image and driving our brand visibility.** Your responsibilities will include **developing and executing strategic PR campaigns, crafting captivating press releases, pitching compelling stories to media outlets, and building strong relationships with journalists and influencers.**

Above all, you will play a vital role in securing media coverage and arranging interviews that generate excitement and enhance our reputation.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop publicity plans and write press releases to promote the business.
- Build strong working relationships with key media personnel, pitching releases and coordinating interviews.
- Efficiently handle media requests for images and information.
- Collaborate with our overseas teams on global projects and initiatives.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our team one day a week and help drive our external brand while having the flexibility that matches your lifestyle. Whether you are a stay-at-home parent looking to get back into the workforce or a PR professional looking to enhance your professional portfolio, this is the role for you

**You’ll be great in this role because...**:
You will **possess previous experience in public relations and a proven track record in increasing exposure and brand awareness for different brands.** While not essential, qualifications in public relations will be highly regarded.

As our Publicist, you will need to be a creative and proactive individual with strong communication skills. Your ability to build and maintain solid relationships with a variety of media contacts will be crucial to your success.

Desirable attributes of our Publicist include:

- Ability to take initiative and work autonomously.
- Strong time management skills.
- Proficiency in crafting effective media releases with keen attention to detail.
- Strong media relations skills and the ability to network with media contacts.
- Proficient in leveraging digital platforms and social media for PR purposes.

**What you will get from Scout Talent**:
This role comes with a **competitive salary and the potential for performance-based incentives.**

In addition, you’ll have access to a range of fantastic benefits, such as:

- **Career development opportunities**:We invest in training and allow you to explore different areas of the business. If you have aspirations for leadership in the future, we firmly believe in promoting from within
- **Stability and growth**:We are a stable organisation with over 15 years of experience in the industry, but we are also innovative, growing, and open to new ideas.
- **Flexible work options**:

- **Regular rewards and social events**

Our roles are defined to a certain extent, and our employees understand their key domains and what they're setting out to achieve when they come on board. However, we don't restrict people by their title or their function. Team members do what they can with their skills and expertise to contribute to achieving the team's goals.

Everyone is supported to sense the environment around them, identify opportunities and problems, contribute insights and add value wherever they can across our business.

**Ready to Apply?**:
The core values of innovation, enthusiasm, ownership, success, respect, transparency, and wellbeing underpin our organisation's culture.