Specialist, Public Rels Assoc

US-NY-Melville

Job ID: 34169
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Public Relations
CUSA Melville Headquarters

About the Role

A CUSA Public Relations Associate assists in planning and executing communication strategies that promote and protect the organization’s reputation. The role involves working with media, managing content, and supporting PR campaigns to increase brand awareness and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.

This position is full time and offers a hybrid work schedule requiring you to be in the office Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays and an option to work from home the remainder of the week (unless a specific business need arises requiring in office attendance on other days). Note that work schedules and office reporting requirements may change from time to time based on business needs.

Your Impact

Key Responsibilities

Draft press releases, media pitches, and other communication materials.
Support PR campaigns and brand awareness initiatives.
Maintain relationships with journalists, media outlets, and influencers.
Monitor media coverage and prepare reports on PR performance.
Assist with corporate communications, social media messaging, and public announcements.
Coordinate events such as press conferences, product launches, and media briefings.
Support Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and community engagement initiatives.
Track industry news and identify media opportunities.

Required Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills
Media relations and storytelling ability
Social media and digital communication knowledge
Organizational and project management skills
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Basic knowledge of branding and corporate communications

Typical Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, or Journalism
Internship or entry-level experience in PR, communications, or media relations

Goal of the Role

The main goal of a Public Relations Associate is to support effective communication strategies that strengthen the organization’s reputation, increase media visibility, and enhance Canon brand awareness.

About You: The Skills & Expertise You Bring

1. Education

Bachelor’s degree in one of these fields:
- Public Relations
- Communications
- Journalism
- Marketing
- English Studies

2. Key Skills:

Strong writing and editing skills
Media communication skills
Social media management
Research and reporting
Event coordination
Crisis communication basics
Good public speaking and interpersonal skills

3. Technical / Digital Skills:

Press release writing
Media monitoring tools
Social media platforms (like Instagram, X (Twitter), LinkedIn)
Basic analytics and reporting
Content management systems (CMS)

4. Experience (Often Required)

Internship experience in PR, marketing, or media
Experience with:
- Press releases
- Media lists
- Campaign support
- Event planning

Writes press releases and media pitches
Builds relationships with journalists
Supports PR campaigns
Tracks media coverage
Helps organize press events

We are providing the anticipated salary range for this role: $66,300 - $73,650 annually

Company Overview

About our Company - Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approximately $28.5 billion in global revenue, its parent company, Canon Inc., as of 2024 has ranked in the top-10 for U.S. patents granted for 41 consecutive years. Canon U.S.A. is dedicated to its Kyosei philosophy of social and environmental responsibility. To learn more about Canon, visit us at www.usa.canon.com and connect with us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/canonusa.

Who We Are

Where Talent Fosters Innovation.

Do you want your next professional experience to be filled with purpose and opportunity, world-class team members, and impactful work? Driven by our mission of exceeding customer expectations with our technologies and enriching the lives of our local communities and staff, we are a phenomenal team working collaboratively toward common goals. Our employees have a strong work ethic, creativity, and a cooperative spirit. We believe in integrity, respect, empowerment, and making a difference in the communities we serve. There is a strong sense of pride in what we do individually and together as a team. Join us and discover what it means to work for a global digital imaging leader with an unparalleled reputation for quality and innovation.

What We Offer

Youll be joining a leader in digital imaging and innovation with an immense opportunity to make an impact and create your own rewarding career. We demonstrate commitment to our employees by offering a full range of rewards, including competitive compensation and benefits.

And Even More Perks!

Employee referral bonus
Employee discounts
Dress for Your Day attire program (casual is welcome, based on your job function)
Volunteer opportunities to give back to our local community
Swag! A Canon welcome kit and official merch you cant get anywhere else

Based on weekly patent counts issued by United States Patent and Trademark Office.
All referenced product names, and other marks, are trademarks of their respective owners.

Canon U.S.A., Inc. offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Savings Plan, discretionary profit sharing, discretionary success sharing, educational assistance, recognition programs, vacation, and much more. A more comprehensive list of what we have to offer is available at https://www.usa.canon.com/about-us/life-at-canon/benefits-and-compensation

We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, orders and mandates, including those we may be required to follow as a federal government contractor/subcontractor.

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company will not pursue or support visa sponsorship. All applicants must reside in the United States at the time of hire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are not reviewing this job posting on our Careers site https://www.usa.canon.com/about-us/life-at-canon, we cannot guarantee the validity of this posting. For a list of our current postings, please visit us at https://www.usa.canon.com/about-us/life-at-canon.

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