Full Job Description
POSITION TITLE: Communications Specialist
REPORTS TO: Marketing / Director of Media Relations
SUPERVISES: Volunteers and interns
EXEMPT OR NON-EXEMPT: Exempt**
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
The Community Relations Specialist is responsible for assisting the Marketing team in delivering, executing, and supporting its external editorial strategy. The individual will craft stories that will interest local and national media outlets, support strategies that promote the organization’s mission, and assist in marketing programs for the entire organization. The Community Relations Specialist is a team player with excellent interpersonal skills. This position reports directly to the Director of Media Relations.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Develop original content (media alerts, press releases, blogs, and others) to support CMAs external communications goals.
- Identify and manage relationships with local, regional and industry publications and journalists.
- Collaborate with the Marketing team on content needs and execution.
- Draft social media content as assigned by the digital and social team.
- Ability to manage and coordinate schedules with film companies, producers, and media representatives.
- Ensure alignment with CMA brand voice and mission.
- Provide creative input to drive awareness.
- Give onsite educational tours for VIP guests and influencers when needed.
- Serve as the point of contact for onsite media as needed.
- Work with industry partners to ensure messages align and compliment organizational goals.
- Able to work independently to execute job functions.
- Coordinate with Inspire Team to identify key stories representing Clearwater Marine Aquariums mission.
- Additional duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Minimum of 3-4 year experience in a communications role or similar.
- Bachelors Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or similar degree.
- Excellent storytelling and communication skills, both oral and written.
- Meticulous attention to detail and grammar.
- Excellent guest service skills with a true desire to satisfy the needs of others in a fast-paced environment.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proficient in time management; the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to take initiative and effectively adapt to changes.
- Ability to make independent decisions and manage projects with little supervision.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Lift up to 50lbs to waist level Moderate Frequency
- Walk/stand for long periods of time Moderate Frequency
- Sitting for long periods of time Frequently
- Work weekends and nights Moderate Frequency
- Work in an outdoor environment Frequently
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium reserves the right to revise job descriptions or work hours as required.
All job requirements are subject to change to reflect the evolving position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.
Company is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Clearwater Marine Aquarium participates in E-Verify, please view the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Notice of Right to Work.
Location: 249 Windward Passage, Clearwater, FL 33767
Job Type: Full-time
