Media Relations Coordinator Jobs

Department: Public Relations

Employment Type: Seasonal - Full Time

Location: State Fair of Texas

Reporting To: Manager – Public Relations

Description

This document is intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time without notice.

About The State Fair Of Texas

Since its inception in 1886, the State Fair of Texas has celebrated all things Texan by promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. The State Fair of Texas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with proceeds helping to preserve and improve our home, Fair Park; underwrite museums, community initiatives, and scholarship programs to support students throughout the Lone Star State pursuing higher education; and help improve State Fair operations.

Summary

Media Relations Coordinators serve as one of the primary points of contact for public and media relations efforts for the annual State Fair of Texas event.

Duties And Responsibilities

Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Essential Functions

• Maintain relationships with the media.
• Actively monitor the media landscape and participate in crafting and disseminating the broad communications strategies which will enhance positive coverage of the State Fair of Texas.
• Drafting press releases, pitch letters, and other written materials.
• Play a key role in influencing audiences about the annual event and the overall mission of the organization.

Experience And Training Guidelines

Any combination of experience that would likely provide the required knowledge is qualifying:

Qualifications

• Understanding and alignment with the core values of the State Fair of Texas.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Oral and written communication.
• Previous work experience in Media Relations.
• High School Diploma or higher level of education.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate Texas driver's license.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED and EXERCISED

• Reports to Manager – Public Relations
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions:

• Working outdoors in various weather conditions and on uneven and/or slippery surfaces, as necessary, especially during Fair time and special events.

Physical Conditions:

• Essential and other important responsibilities and duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for
• Remaining in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time.
• Verbally communicate with both internal and external contacts.
• Moving short and long distances to access office supplies, meet guests, perform duties within Fairgrounds, etc.
• Occasionally lift objects no more than 25 pounds unassisted.

Work Schedules:

• Around August until October.