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JSA+Partners, a Santa Monica-based boutique communications firm, is looking for a Fall 2025 Public Relations intern to join our team and help us service our clients, ranging from startups to global brands in consumer technology, digital media, and esports & gaming. 

We’re looking for a hardworking, self-starter with some relevant PR experience from past internships and coursework. Because we’re a small shop, you'll get a chance to gain more "hands-on" experience with research projects, participation in client meetings, development of pitches and press releases, and other writing assignments. You will also be responsible for building and updating media lists and sourcing speaking opportunities for clients. 

Although we think being in-person in our office in Santa Monica provides a better learning environment, we’re open to hybrid work if needed.

Paid internship opportunity at $17/hour. Minimum of 32 hours per week with at least two full day in-person in the office. 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitoring for relevant industry and client news and updating client coverage trackers.
• Listening in on client calls and spearheading note-taking. 
• Developing written PR materials, including press releases, pitches, and briefing docs. 
• Supporting thought leadership opportunities, including drafting submissions, sourcing new events and awards, and helping the team keep track of deadlines. 
• Maintaining and developing media lists. 
• Researching industry trends and creating backgrounders on potential new business.

YOU SHOULD APPLY IF YOU: 

• Are currently enrolled in a university or college as an undergraduate, master’s student, or a recent graduate in PR, Journalism, or related field
• Care about clients in esports, gaming, sports, creator economy, consumer technology and digital media 
• Are a strategic thinker, intellectually curious, and a great writer
• Are a team player and effective collaborator 
• Are organized, detail-oriented, and can manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Can work in a fast-paced environment
• Are a self-starter and self-confident, but also enjoy having fun
• Have a hunger and desire to grow as a PR professional

BONUS POINTS:

• Previous PR, communications, or journalism internship experience
• Enjoy coming into an office

About JSA+Partners

JSA+Partners is a boutique communications agency specializing in servicing the emerging and established companies in consumer technology, digital media and gaming/esports industries. We work with clients, from startups to global brands, to develop and execute the right strategies to reach desired business objectives. Our full suite of services includes strategic counsel, positioning and messaging, thought leadership and media relations. We take a personalized approach to each client to build brands and create value.

JSA+Partners, a tight-knit, fast-paced boutique communications agency, is looking for a PR Coordinator to join our team and help service our esports and gaming clients. You would be responsible for contributing to and supporting the JSA+Partners Gaming & Sports team in executing public relations strategies including: strategic counsel, client management, thought leadership, and media relations. You will have a great opportunity to join a small team and make a big impact on one of the fastest-growing industries globally. 

The role is ideally LA-based and hybrid. You can expect occasional travel throughout the year to client events. 

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:‍

• Support on PR activities for key accounts across both midsized and global companies and interact with client executives and team members.
• Help account leads develop strategic plans and execute successful communications campaigns for clients specifically in esports and gaming.
• Develop creative written materials that reflect an understanding of our clients’ businesses, including briefing documents, pitches, and press releases.
• Handle day-to-day deliverables, including project management and account support, to help manage the workload of account leads.
• Help to oversee thought leadership programs on behalf of clients, primarily spearheading speaking and award opportunities. 
• Support on media opportunities for clients, including managing media inquiries and preparing executives for interviews.
• Contribute to brainstorms and help to develop and execute new proactive story ideas for clients.
• Participate in client calls.
• Maintain a keen understanding of esports, gaming, and traditional sports industry trends and make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy for trend hijacking and evergreen story angles.

YOU SHOULD APPLY IF YOU: 

• Have at least 1-2 years of experience in public relations and communications or journalism
• Care about clients in esports, gaming, and sports and getting wins for them and wanting to go the extra mile
• Are interested in and have an understanding of the esports and gaming landscape
• Are a strategic thinker, intellectually curious, and a problem solver
• Are a team player, effective collaborator, and enjoy taking initiative on new projects and proactively bringing new ideas to the table
• Are incredibly organized, detail-oriented, and can manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Can work in a fast-paced environment, switching back and forth on clients frequently
• Are a self-starter and self-confident, but also enjoy having fun
• Are dedicated to putting the work in during the day so you can get on with your life. 
• Have a hunger and desire to grow as a PR professional

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related field
• An understanding or interest in esports and gaming
• An understanding of PR methodologies and basic strategies 
• Exceptional communication, writing, and editing skills
• Incredible organizational skills and attention to detail

BONUS POINTS:

• Previous working experience at a gaming/esports company or traditional sports brand
• Are also interested in consumer technology and digital entertainment
• Are currently in a similar role

PERKS:

• PTO that increases with tenure, plus holidays and flexible remote days 
• Paid office closure for the last week of the year 
• Medical, dental and vision coverage 
• Flexible Fridays year-round and Summer Fridays
• Annual learning & development stipend
• 401K with matching after one year

About JSA+Partners

JSA+Partners is a Santa Monica-based strategic communications agency. We develop tailored communications programs, including earned and owned media for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies – delivering big-agency results without the overhead. 

Founded in 2009 by former Yahoo VP of Corporate Communications Jennifer Stephens Acree, JSA was built to disrupt the traditional public relations agency model. We’re not a PR vendor – we’re an invaluable extension of our clients’ teams. Whether a startup is in stealth mode, gearing up for launch, an established brand planning a new product launch, or a company working through a crisis, we have provided comprehensive communications services and strategic counsel for 16+ years.

We offer a comprehensive suite of services including strategic counsel, messaging and positioning, media relations, thought leadership, crisis communications, proprietary data analysis, and more. We build a custom approach for each client, constantly offering ideas, identifying trendjacking opportunities, and finding new ways to support our clients’ business objectives. By staying on top of trends, we’ve become experts across the consumer tech, media, creator economy, gaming, AI, sports, and more within our practice areas.  

Our Commitment

At JSA, we respect and encourage everyone to be their unique selves. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential, to have an excellent career experience and be a valued member of the team. Come join us, and come as you are.