Media Minefield Careers

Media Coordinator

Our ideal candidate is is looking to launch a career in the PR industry, has experience or education in communications/journalism/PR, is amazingly flexible and excited for personal and professional growth.

Job Responsibilities:

Embrace and model the MINER Core Values
Apply critical thinking and an eye for detail to capture and edit videos of client media placements
Create and maintain accurate Publicity Reports for clients
Research media markets to identify contacts and outlets to align with client messaging and target audience(s)
Provide digital marketing support for Media Minefield and external clients, as necessary
Assist Media Teams with Message Sessions, cultivating media contacts for clients across the country, pitching clients, and conducting focused research to help identify media opportunities for clients
Cross-train with similar functions to provide efficient and uninterrupted coverage and support for internal clients
Collaborate with operations team, as needed, to ensure office runs smoothly

Job Requirements:

Proficiency in Google app software (Gmail, Calendar, Drive) and general troubleshooting ability
Video editing a plus
Ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment
Adept at quickly understanding new software (applications) and processes
Excellent communication skills
Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills
BS/BA degree or equivalent is preferred

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

How do you feel about unicorns?

Media Minefield continues to receive awards and recognition for being an incredible place to work. Our Core Values guide us as we provide one-of-a-kind service and create a unique, positive work environment. We wear capes, enjoy unlimited vacation and offer a 100% employer-funded health insurance option. Our employees grow personally and professionally through regular Lunch & Learns, Book Club and a 5-year anniversary experience unique to each Miner. Because we believe families are a priority at all stages of a career, we welcome new babies to the office through our Mini Miner program, and our employees receive a paid 30-day sabbatical after 10 years of employment. Each year we recognize one Miner for their commitment to our Core Values and reward them with a 5-star trip for two to a premier destination. We are committed to making Media Minefield be the best place you’ll ever work!

We dream big for our clients and our employees.

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Media Coach

Former journalists make the best Media Coaches. Our ideal candidate is a talented writer with 2-5 years of TV news or print publication experience. Successful Media Coaches are strong collaborators, relationship builders and have an appreciation for the power of messaging through media.

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Job Responsibilities:

Embrace and model the MINER Core Values.
Develop and maintain healthy and successful relationships with clients and media contacts.
Lead strategy sessions with new and existing clients to identify key messages and upcoming opportunities.
Strategically pitch stories, prepare talking points and schedule interviews.
Coach clients to deliver polished interviews and provide clients with post-interview feedback.
Write social media posts to amplify interview opportunities and showcase clients' key messages and work closely with Social Media Team to execute.
Write blogs and thought leadership articles that clearly and thoughtfully convey clients’ professional expertise.
Provide unparalleled collaboration and support to fellow Miners and fully embrace our enthusiasm and passion for our one-of-a-kind workplace culture!

Job Requirements:

Proven prior success in a newsroom or journalism role.
Excellent communication skills, including writing creative content and the ability to give and receive constructive, relevant feedback.
Strong desire and commitment to learn and grow professionally.
Ability to adapt quickly to a changing environment.
Prioritizing, time management and organizational skills.
Proficiency in Google app software (Gmail, Calendar, Drive) and general troubleshooting ability.
BS/BA degree.
Sign necessary tax & government required employment paperwork.
Sign Media Minefield Employee Agreement.

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

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Our innovative PR company is growing and adding ambitious and nimble full-time Miners to our Minneapolis team! Repeatedly voted a Best Place to Work and one of the Best Companies to Work For, Media Minefield is an intentionally different PR company. Our Core Values define our healthy and vibrant workplace culture. Collaboration, connection and creativity are a natural part of every day, and work/life satisfaction and professional development are a priority.

We go all in as wildly successful, innovative, cape-wearing Miners who are committed to providing an environment of inclusion, mutual respect and a sense of belonging, where diversity drives creativity and innovation and where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. Candidates are selected based on qualifications and merit.