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Digital Publicist with Expertise in Blogger Outreach
360i is looking for a Digital Publicist to join our leading edge Emerging Media practice. The Digital Publicist will work with many of our Fortune 500 clients (like NBC, MTV, Ralph Lauren, H&R Block and JCPenney) crafting and implementing effective communications campaigns and strategies through blog PR, viral marketing, community marketing and more.

About 360i - Over a Decade of Digital Innovation
A leader in social marketing, 360i has been recognized by Adweek as one of the top next-generation digital marketing agencies and Advertising Age as one of the hottest digital agencies around. 360i is an independent agency with an entrepreneurial spirit that fosters a culture of winning and collaboration. Our relentless focus on client service leads to groundbreaking work and outstanding results. And fun permeates everything we do - from weekly happy hours at our in-house Beer Bar, to friendly Wii competitions in our Game Lounge and annual all-agency outings like 360i's Amazing Race or Beach Olympics.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Candidates MUST have extensive experience pitching to bloggers garnering posts that shed positive light and attention

• BA/BS in English, Journalism, or Marketing

• 2-3 years experience in public relations (preferably at an agency)

• Experience pitching to bloggers on a daily basis

• Exceptional communication, organizational and interpersonal skills

• Superior writing and editing skills (must provide writing samples)

• Understanding of blog communities, blog monitoring, social networking, viral marketing and online community relations

• Highly organized with excellent project management skills and attention to detail

• Ability to take direction, work well under pressure and within strict deadlines
• Experience working in the media industry strongly preferred