DescriptionAs part of the role the public relations specialist will support Fortinets communications initiatives in Canadathrough engagement with Fortinet executives and media outlets. The specialist will also assist in external communications with other stakeholders such as partners telcos government local business associations local NGOs etc.
This position will report to the Sr. Director of Corporate Communications.
Job Responsibilities
- Draft edit and localize press releases and byline articles in accordance with company messaging and editorial guidelines.
- Support the of the PR plan in coordination with the regional team and partner with the sales and field marketing teams.
- Execute a variety of media pitches including tech business local vertical and across media types including blogs online print and broadcast.
- Be the focal point and oversee the local PR agency in Canada.
- Create media coverage reports and presentations to measure and show the results to the Canadian leadership team.
Qualifications
- Public Relations Communications or Marketing Communications degree.
- Two years of experience in similar positions.
- English native French is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills including written and verbal.
- Good knowledge and relationship with the press media in Canada.
Key Traits
- Analytical detail oriented with superior problemsolving skills.
- Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively to drive results.
- Teamoriented and focused on objectives.
- Good written and presentation skills. Ability to communicate with executives.
- Ability to hit deadlines and deliver results in a fastpaced and often changing environment.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority