Public Relations & Communications Assistant - Entry Level Job at GEM, Richmond, VA

  • GEM
  • Richmond, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you outgoing, motivated, and looking for an opportunity to build a career in public relations, communications, marketing, and community engagement ?

GEM is looking for an enthusiastic Public Relations & Communications Assistant to join our growing team. This is an entry-level opportunity designed for individuals who want to gain real-world experience working with people, representing organizations, supporting community initiatives, and developing professional communication skills.

No previous public relations, marketing, or communications experience is required. We provide hands-on training, mentorship, and the opportunity to develop valuable skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

What You'll Do
  • Represent clients and organizations at events, community activities, and promotional campaigns

  • Communicate with customers, community members, and event attendees in a professional and engaging manner

  • Support public relations and community outreach initiatives

  • Help increase awareness and engagement for client campaigns

  • Assist with event marketing and promotional activities

  • Communicate key campaign information to the public

  • Build positive relationships with customers and community members

  • Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development

  • Provide feedback and insights based on community interactions

  • Work collaboratively with team members to achieve campaign goals

What We're Looking For

We're looking for individuals who are:

  • Friendly, outgoing, and comfortable meeting new people

  • Strong verbal communicators

  • Positive, dependable, and motivated

  • Eager to learn and develop professionally

  • Comfortable working in a team environment

  • Organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities

  • Professional and confident when interacting with the public

No previous PR or marketing experience is required.

Experience in customer service, hospitality, retail, communications, sales, volunteering, student organizations, or community activities is helpful but not required.

What You'll Gain

You'll develop practical experience in:

  • Public Relations

  • Communications

  • Community Relations

  • Event Marketing

  • Brand Awareness

  • Public Speaking

  • Customer Engagement

  • Community Outreach

  • Professional Networking

  • Leadership Development

Why GEM?
  • Entry-level opportunity with paid training

  • No previous industry experience required

  • Hands-on experience in public relations and communications

  • Mentorship and professional development

  • Collaborative and energetic team environment

  • Opportunities for career growth and advancement

  • Develop transferable communication and leadership skills

Who Should Apply?

This position is a great fit for recent graduates, college graduates, communications majors, public relations majors, marketing majors, business majors, career changers, and motivated individuals looking to start a career in communications or marketing.

If you're ready to gain real-world experience, develop your communication skills, and build a career in public relations, communications, marketing, and community engagement , apply today.

No experience? No problem. We're looking for potential, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.

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