Public Relations / Marketing Communications Executive at FreeElective Network

TL;DR VERSION:

FreeElective Network Pvt. Ltd., based in Chennai, introduced and operates Jodi365.com—a premium, personalized matchmaking service for elite singles.

We understand that elite singles may be at different stages of their lives and careers, with different time frames for getting married.  We work closely with discerning clients and help them find the right partner at a pace that's right for them.

Our reach is global and we have earned much goodwill since 2009, by bringing people together.  Just as important: We have a validated business model and are growing briskly.

We are looking to add to our team an enthusiastic, competent public relations executive to manage our external communications in ways that promote our business and enhance its popularity.

ABOUT THIS JOB:

The ideal Public Relations / Marketing Communications Executive will possess creativity and knowledge of different tactics to identify and engage our target audience and appropriate external parties.  The work would nominally be at FreeElective Network's office in the heart of Chennai, a few miles from the IIT-Madras campus.  Most of the team has been working remotely since March 2020, and the option to work from home could be made available over time.

The position represents a terrific opportunity to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment, especially for someone who is interested in a career in marketing, especially communications and public relations.  If you think your particular skills and experience would add to our team, we would love to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Devise effective PR plans, use a variety of marketing channels to maximize brand exposure tastefully, and coordinate all PR activities
• Manage inbound and outbound media enquiries, interview requests, and public-speaking opportunities at events and conferences
• Create content for press releases, newsletters, company updates, and other marketing copy for external communications
• Assess and create opportunities for sponsorships, advertising, and other partnerships
• Keenly observe industry and societal trends affecting our target audience and make relevant recommendations for appropriate communication strategies
• Leverage existing and new media relationships to drive brand awareness
• Analyze and present results of PR campaigns or efforts
• Assist management team in ensuring efficient progress of workflow and transforming business visions into reality

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience or demonstrated interest in public relations, marketing communications, or similar role
• Solid experience in social media marketing
• Excellent (English) communication, negotiation, and selling skills
• Working knowledge of office productivity software (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets) and relevant digital marketing tools

PREFERENCES:

• Proven experience in coordinating and managing effective PR campaigns through various channels
• Familiarity with B2B and B2C advertising campaigns
• Fluent in at least one other Indian language, besides English
• Bachelor's or higher degree in marketing, communications, journalism, business, or related field

DESIRED SOFT SKILLS:

• Team player with strong analytical and project management skills
• Organized and detail-oriented individual who works well with deadlines
• Willingness to learn, switch roles as necessary, and to roll up one's sleeves to get a job done
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-changing environment
• Energized by the opportunities and challenges of working at a small and growing company

SOME TIPS, BEFORE YOU APPLY:

We take this process seriously and hope that you do, too. Here are some tips, as you consider applying:

• Please review our web sites – FreeElective.com, Jodi365.com, and Peepul365.com (in the pipeline) – before you apply, to get a good understanding of our businesses
• Be true to yourself. Ask yourself about this job, “Is this what I really want to do professionally?”
• If you don't see our full application form reproduced on this job board, go to careers.FreeElective.com and apply from there.
• Spare us a cut-and-pasted, recycled cover letter! Take the time to provide thoughtful answers to our screening questions.
• Say it in your own words. Your responses will be more compelling if they came from the heart.

Got any questions? Write to us at: careers@FreeElective.com

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FreeElective is an equal-opportunity employer and complies with applicable laws governing non-discrimination in every location in which the company has facilities. We provide opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to religion, ethnicity, race, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability. We hire and promote individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. We also believe that our associates should be provided with a working environment that enables each associate to be productive and to work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on any of the above demographic characteristics, and we expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free atmosphere. For more about the company, please visit www.FreeElective.com.