PR & Communications Intern

COSM

Cosm is a global technology company that brings experiences to life in immersive environments. We help our partners create spaces and content that blur the lines of real and virtual across three primary markets: Sports and Entertainment, Science and Education, and Parks and Attractions. Cosm was born from the fusion of some of the greatest innovators in the history of technology. Evans & Sutherland, Spitz, Inc., and LiveLikeVR (now Cosm Immersive) combined forces to power the immersive experiences of the future as Cosm. Innovation is in our DNA.

The Position

The Public Relations & Communications Intern is a key member of Cosm’s marketing team, helping to define and share our innovative brand and unique story with the world. This role will work closely with the Sr. Director of Communications and Marketing & Communications Manager, as well as other departments across the company, to help define the future of live events through public relations and social media efforts. The successful candidate will be a go-getter who thrives working independently as well as with a team, with equal parts creativity and critical thinking and a strong affinity for digital and social media.

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Reports to: Sr. Director of Communications

Program Dates: Interns will work up to 240 hours between 1/23/2023 to 04/28/2023

Responsibilities

• Research key industries and media contacts to develop and maintain media lists
• Identify industry trends and editorial opportunities, and share findings with the team
• Manage company awards, recognitions, and engagements by sourcing information, drafting application answers, and compiling assets for submission
• Create PR materials including journalist briefing sheets, press releases, and press kits
• Collaborate with other teams (Product, HR, Operations, etc.) and fellow interns to support communications initiatives and find compelling stories to tell
• Assist in gathering information and assets for the company’s social media platforms while also generating content ideas and drafting social post copy
• Support day-to-day communications activities, including tracking media coverage and social media mentions, monitoring inbound requests, updating documents and databases, and other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Interest in entertainment and immersive technology
• Self-starter with a hands-on, proactive way of thinking and working
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Creative thinker with strong research and verbal/written communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.) and Google Workplace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Cosm is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.