PR Intern – Performance Communications

Performance Communications are looking for a PR Intern!

Performance Communications is a multi-award-winning sports, automotive and technology communications specialist. Founded in 2002, with a team of 50 full-time staff across offices in London, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, they are dedicated to the delivery of innovative and exciting campaigns.

By immersing themselves ever more deeply within their client brands’ target audiences, they unearth insights from which they build and engage fan bases. They deliver measurable commercial value by creating content that people remember and relationships that last. But most importantly they are a close-knit team of passionate, proactive comms experts who do what they love and love what they do.

The team at performance communications is seeking an enthusiastic and energetic Intern, interested in a career in PR, to join their team. The overall focus of the position is to assure the needs of the team are met. Close attention to detail along with the ability to prioritise, multi-task and flourish in a fast-paced environment is a necessity.

Responsibilities:

Job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following client management activities:

  • Proactive development of media relationships across the Middle East
  • To offer operational support to all team members
  • Client reporting, including coverage reports and contact reports
  • Creating and maintaining media lists
  • Research information for the development of required client documents i.e. feature articles, case studies, expert columns etc.
  • Assist the team in the organisation and management of events including press conferences, sales events, gala dinners, inauguration events etc.
  • Build constructive professional relationships and networks with colleagues and the media.
  • Execute any related tasks that may be required to assist the team in the effective management of client accounts.

What you’ll learn/gain from this experience

  • Get a chance to build great relationships with different clients
  • Develop communication skills in a professional setting

Commencement Date: ASAP

Duration of Placement (days/weeks/months): N/A

Role Type (Internship or Employment Opportunity): Internship

Role Timings (Full-Time/Part-Time/Flexible Hours): Flexible

Payment: Stipend to be discussed

Minimum Qualification: Studying for a degree

Preferred Qualification: Communications/ Public Relations/ Marketing/ Journalism Field

Required Languages: English and Arabic – desirable

Required Skills/Experience:

  • Strong interest in automotive, sport and/or technology
  • Fluent (spoken and written) in English. Fluent Arabic is also desirable
  • Graduate/student in PR/journalism/ communications/events management
  • Trustworthy, reliable, hard-working, and willing to learn on the go
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent follow-through skills
  • Ability to multi-task and remain organised in a fast-paced environment

If you are interested in gaining PR and communications experience by working with some of the world’s top brands (Bentley, Lamborghini and Bell Helicopters to name just a few), contact the team on admin@performancecomms.com with your CV and a cover letter telling us why you’d fit the bill.

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