Consumer PR Intern

Splendid Communications

Aug 2

Applications are closed

Internship
London

Requirements

Strong interest in pursuing a career in Consumer PR and a good understanding of what this involves
Genuine passion for food, drink and other lifestyle/cultural areas like music, art, publishing and entertainment
Passion for reading a range of print and online editorial media, social and digital news updates and following content from lifestyle influencers
Strong skills in written and spoken English communication
Good attention to detail and a commitment to producing high quality work
Able to take responsibility for actions and meeting deadlines with a can-do attitude
Strong team skills, passion and ambition for working together to achieve great work
This role is open to those with and without previous experience in media relations, content creation, events and/or production (experience is useful but not essential).

Responsibilities

You will engage in a structured induction process to ensure you are exposed to every aspect of the role.
Daily digesting of a broad range of national, consumer and industry media titles and trends so you learn to recognize opportunities for clients and build your knowledge and contacts
Drafting copy for team communications and shorter press materials
Picking up the phone and selling stories for your clients to journalists
Logging media coverage and image rights and helping your team to report back on results
Organising and helping to deliver media mailers including going out to shops in London to buy samples, managing sample deliveries and liaising with couriers
Assisting with events, including researching of costs and logistics where needed
Taking part in brainstorming and learning how to generate creative ideas for the agency and clients
Presenting your thoughts and ideas to your team (including at Splendid Loves, an informal ideas sharing session)
Working with your mentor and career development manager to regularly review your progress and learning, ensuring you get the best out of your Splendid experience

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The internship is for six months.

When does the internship start?

The internship will start in October 2024.

What is the salary for the Consumer PR Intern position?

The salary is equivalent to £25,650 per annum.

Is prior experience in media relations or events required for this role?

No previous experience is necessary, although it can be useful.

Where is the internship located?

The role is based in the Splendid office in East London.

What are the working hours for this internship?

Interns are expected to attend the workplace throughout the week, with an early finish at 4:30pm on Fridays.

Is there an opportunity for a permanent role after the internship?

Yes, many interns have successfully secured a permanent role with Splendid after their internship period.

What kind of training will interns receive?

Interns will benefit from a dedicated training plan focusing on their development during the internship.

Are there any perks associated with the internship?

Yes, perks include annual leave, a birthday day off, access to wellbeing support, monthly socials, and snacks.

How should I apply for this internship?

Applicants should apply through the company's website, as they follow a blind recruitment process and do not require a CV.

Splendid Communications

People-First Creativity™️ PASSIONATE. CREATIVE. COLLABORATIVE. REAL.

Marketing & Advertising

Industry

11-50

Employees

2003

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Splendid: Brand Stories for the Real World It used to be that a loud voice and a decent ad spend was all you needed to get your message across. In today’s fragmented world the only way to project a consistent message is with brand stories strong enough to remain intact wherever they are told and shared. At Splendid we call our approach People-First Creativity. From our strategic thinking, to the way we generate ideas, to the way we work with our clients, our starting point is real people living real lives in the real world. Brief us and we’ll challenge you, we’ll urge you to keep it real and we’ll collaborate as if we’re an extension of your team. We’re here to deliver creative work that lives beyond the industry bubble. We love what we do. We’re Splendid.