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Jackson Spalding

Location:
United States, Atlanta ▼
Dallas

Category:
Public Relations

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Job Description:

We’re seeking a Public Relations professional with agency & client team experience in event planning and project management. You will demonstrate strength in the ability to project manage and lead team members collaboratively with day-to-day marketing, event and communications projects. The role requires travel in the U.S. (including Puerto Rico).

Job Responsibility:

Serving as an event planner and the primary point of contact for leading and staffing local community events in U.S. markets – including planning remotely and traveling to execute events on-site
Overseeing the set-up, execution and cleanup of events
Collaborating with multiple teams, vendors and partners during the event planning process
Meeting clients to discuss and understand their goals and needs and convert them to project plans
Participating in client projects and being responsible for their outcomes
Delegating and using inclusive language and behaviors
Resolving issues for unique on-ground problems/situations
Preparing and presenting decks and other communications materials
Collaborating with PR/media relations colleagues
Multitasking, including managing several events at different stages in the planning process at any given time
Managing client interaction, serving as the day-to-day client contact on certain accounts and projects
Managing budgets and billing for certain accounts and projects

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required
At least 3-5+ years of Communications or Event Planning experience
1-2+ years in an agency environment
High organizational, time management and prioritization skills
Ability to foresee issues and anticipate client and attendee needs
Excellent attention to detail, strong proofreading skills and ability to multitask and execute through to completion
A track record of successful events
Leadership skills with managing teams via influence with experience in using sound judgment
Decision-making skills, including ability to apply critical thinking to a simple or complex situation, analyze situations including short- and long-term impact, understand the available options, and recommend the best course of action among the options
Experience with Project Management tools/technologies, preferably Asana, and/or Smartsheet experience
Communication skills – able to communicate effectively and collaboratively across teams internal and external using multiple communications channels
Strong knowledge of target audiences, such as local community stakeholders, influencers or internal stakeholders
Experience with marketing concepts and understanding of PR practices to collaborate with media relations counterparts in effectively understanding local landscapes and reaching business, consumer and local media audiences
Ability to have a keen eye for identifying potential opportunities for clients
Outstanding communication and writing skills

What we offer:

World-class health care insurance
Profit sharing
Unlimited sick days
401k match + personal financial planning
Flexible work environment

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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