Position:

Public Relations Specialist

Latest Info:

Several people are needed to perform a variety of marketing, publicity and public relations activities some of which are ongoing and some of which are specific projects.

As of:

April 1, 2008

Contact:

roger@newportbay.org

Level Required:

Associate

Type:

Ongoing

Location:

Flexible

Days/Times:

Scheduled days/times Mon-Fri 9-6

Qualifications Needed:

Good people skills, enthusiastic personality and a desire to learn.

Training Given:

One-on-one training will be given on each of the tasks assigned.

Reference Materials:

A comprehensive Marketing Manual is currently being prepared to provide the necessary information and instructions. (Let us know if you want to assist with it.) 

Job Description:

There are a variety of marketing, publicity and public relations activities that need to be performed. Each Public Relations Specialist will have specific responsibilities in one or more of the following areas: 

·  Marketing/publicity material development.

·  Calendar listings, including water bills, etc.

·  Media relations (other than calendar listings).

·  Concierge and other hospitality relations.

·  Distribution of brochures, posters and flyers.

Responsibilities will be tailored to the extent possible to the interests and talents of each individual Public Relations Specialist. Depending on the time commitment the person can make and other factors, larger project assignments may be made as listed under the Creative Writer, Graphics Artist, Web Developer, etc. See separate listings. Public Relations Specialists may enlist Public Relations Assistants and others to accomplish specific tasks. Staff support is also available to complete major projects. 

Job Expectations:

Make a commitment to spend 5 hours per month for twelve months. Time can be spent working at home or at the BBSC or in the field depending on the task.