We’re looking for a Communications Fellow! This is an opportunity for professional development working at a strategic communications and public relations firm. This is a three month paid fellowship position with a minimum requirement of 20 hours per week.
Full Court Press Communications (FCP) provides strategic communications counsel to foundations, businesses, education institutions, government agencies, advocacy coalitions, nonprofits and more.
Our office is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday and is located in downtown Oakland one block from the 12th Street BART station. The person in this position will be expected to participate in occasional night and weekend work events.
FCP’s Communications Fellow will have the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in public relations and strategic communications, including:
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Participating in calls and meetings with clients;
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Researching and building media lists;
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Tracking and reporting on media coverage;
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Creating social media materials;
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Developing press materials and conducting outreach to reporters;
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Contributing to the planning of events;
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Providing general administrative support to the office;
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Other assigned tasks as opportunities arise.
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree or have completed significant coursework to that end. Prior work, volunteer, or leadership experience is desired.
Qualities desired in a candidate include the following:
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A desire to learn communications and public relations skills;
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An interest in effecting positive social change;
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Strong writing and verbal communications skills;
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Ability to produce quality work under short deadlines;
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Familiarity with a variety of social media platforms;
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Fluency in Spanish or other language skills a plus.
This is a short-term, at-will hourly position. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume to info@fcpcommunications.com. In your cover letter, please include your desired hourly rate and availability for this position.
FCP is an equal opportunity employer. FCP does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions, and breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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