Perception is an Emmy nominated design lab pioneering the visionary process of Science Fiction Thinking to architect the future. We divide our time equally between the parallel worlds of science-fiction—working with trailblazing filmmakers, and science-fact—collaborating with the world’s most innovative technology brands.
Perception is looking for a PR & Communications Coordinator to join our team at our Secaucus NJ location. The individual we’re seeking is fluent in the art of writing, a brilliant storyteller and is passionate about building the Perception brand further using existing and original content. In short Perception needs you to tell our story and share it with the world — daily— across all platforms.
We’re looking for someone who lives and breathes social media. You must believe in the power of social media to inspire, engage, and drive sales. You must be driven by the execution of bringing your ideas to life and not be slowed down by any obstacles. This person must have a working knowledge of Adobe CS.
The PR & Communications Coordinator will be working closely with our Creative team to gather information about the projects we need to share globally. The ideal candidate loves creative challenges, and that will be put to the test regularly finding strategic solutions to promoting a company that is frequently engaged in highly confidential initiatives with leading innovators across the world.
You are expected to take responsibility for the quality of your writing, deliver on goals set by management and always share ideas socially that meet Perception’s high standards.
We are looking for a PR & Communications Coordinator with 2+ years of relevant marketing/pr experience in building brands on social media and in the press.
*This is a hybrid role. Employees are at the studio Mon-Wed and can work from home Thursday & Friday.
EXPERTISE, KNOWLEDGE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
•Familiarity with top social media platforms — including but not limited to FB, IG, YouTube, X, TikTok, LinkedIn, Threads, IMDB, etc.
•Actually write—that is, be able to write compelling and grammatically correct copy for social platforms, website copy as well as effective headlines, taglines, and calls to action
•Must have the capacity to craft targeted and strategic ads across social media platforms.
•Be great at conceptualizing for social media, but also interested to expand on his/her skills on branding work, digital campaigns or other as yet undefined ways of communications.
•Have their fingers on the pulse, picking up and feeding the team with the latest and greatest of what’s happening in the social world
•Manage the quality of copywriting deliverables, meeting Perception standards and client expectations
•Responsible for curating and updating Perception YouTube channel and Podcast. Arranging YouTube interviews, setting up small shoots (camera/audio). Finding/scheduling guests for the youtube channel and podcast.
•Seeking out relevant opportunities with blogs, magazines, and other industry outlets that are perfect fits for the Perception story by carefully tracking editorial calendars of industry trades.
•Continuously contribute to Perception blog with original content and thought leadership as well as holding team responsible for additional content.
•Lead in writing and building project case studies for Perception website and ensure copy and imagery is delivered within deadline to client for approval. Obtaining permission from the client on what parts of project we are allowed to share.
•Must be proficient or intermediate in understanding data analytics.
•Delivers work independently on all tasks and achieves results at pace with energy and drive
•Actively participate in collaboration sessions with other teams.
•Executes a strong sense of priority level and urgency, and knows how to act on the critical difference between the two.
Requirements
•Portfolio demonstrating conceptual skills and outstanding craft in writing for social.
•Is comfortable writing in various styles and for multiple formats.
•Has a global worldview with a keen understanding and sensitivity to cultural and community needs.
•Has a collaborative work ethic and easy going nature.
•Fosters positive internal communication and collaboration with all internal teams.
•Must be trust worthy and able to work with confidential information following strict security protocols.
•Ensures presented ideas are clear and understood.
•Takes constructive criticism with ease and grace.
•Likes to be busy and juggle multiple projects and tasks at once.
•Display passion and comfort to work in multi-disciplinary teams across strategy, creative, design, UX and technology.
2+ years’ experience in advertising, marketing/pr and or social media