Who: DowntownSeattle.org
Position: Public Relations Manager
Where: Seattle
What: The Public Relations Manager is responsible for leading the Downtown Seattle Association (DSA) and the Metropolitan Improvement District (MID) publications, brochures, media relations and electronic communications.
Responsibilities:
Identify stories, conduct interviews, select photos, write stories and oversee layout, printing and distribution for both DSA and MID newsletters.
Supervise Web Specialist, including setting of annual performance standards and conduction performance reviews; as well as managing website content priorities and Web Specialist work flow.
Identify topics, contribute content, edit and publicize DowtownSeattle.com, LetsTalkDowntown blog and DSA’s social media sites.
Provide media relations support; including distribution list maintenance and news release writing for DSA and MID initiatives.
Write, edit and oversee design of DSA and MID Annual Reports, DSA State of Downtown Economic Report and other publications and brochures as necessary.
Monitor, develop responses and track issues for “Contact Us” correspondence.
Oversee the monitoring and tracking of DSA, MID and Commute Seattle news coverage, developing monthly reports.
Manage communications vendor relationships including news clipping services, public relations agencies, graphic designers and photographers.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree in communications, journalism or public relations.
Minimum of 3 years of related work experience, including media relations.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on newswriting and editing.
Proficient with AP style.
Broad working knowledge of print, broadcast and electronic communications channels including websites, blogs and social media.
Self-motivated and energetic with a good sense of humor.
Strong interpersonal skills and open communications style.
Comfortable working in a collaborative environment, and ability to work well with groups, colleagues and volunteers at all levels of the organization.
Highly organized and detail oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and daily deadlines.
Ability to research, analyze and synthesize information from multiple sources, grasp and simplify complex topics.
Proficient with Microsoft Work, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop; basic web maintenance tools, including HTML is a plus.
Basic photography experience is preferred.
Knowledge of Downtown Seattle is preferred.
Contact: To apply, please send cover letter and resume to [email protected]. All applications must be received by March 5, 2012.
