2026 Media Relations Assistant (MRA)- Hispanic Market

Dallas, TX (Unknown)

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Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead PR and media relations for a high-visibility event, shaping press materials, tracking coverage, and coordinating media logistics across live appearances and promotions.

  • Own media relations, press materials, and story pitching to elevate event coverage.
  • Coordinate TV appearances, interviews, remotes, and VIP transport to ensure timely, on-brand coverage.
  • Build and maintain relationships with media, community partners, and the public to sustain ongoing visibility.

Job Description

Own media relations and press materials with strong copy and strategic storytelling to support the State Fair of Texas PR activities.

  • Responsibilities: Write PR materials, press releases, collateral, social posts, newsletters, website copy, and media kits; pitch stories and assist with events.
  • Media ops: Track coverage, manage media requests, update media databases, and build relationships with media and community organizations.
  • Event/TV logistics: Coordinate television appearances, interviews, remotes, film shoots, and VIP transport to support campaigns and promotions.

Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Recent graduates or PR professionals with up to five years of experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
  • Interpersonal skills to work with business contacts, leadership, media, and the public.
  • Highly proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software; strong organizational skills.
  • Speak bilingually (English/Spanish).
  • Ability to work long hours, early mornings, late nights, weekends, and 24-day event window; valid driver’s license.

Preferred

  • Recent college graduates or PR professionals with up to five (5) years of experience.
STATE FAIR OF TEXAS logo

STATE FAIR OF TEXAS

Since its establishment in 1886, the State Fair of Texas has promoted Texas agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. As a nonprofit organization, the Fair advocates for the community and is committed to preserving Fair Park – building on its legacy as a National Historic Landmark.At 24 consecutive days, the State Fair of Texas is the longest-running fair in the nation, as well as one of the largest. Through its rich and lengthy history, it remains evident that the State Fair serves not only as an annual celebration but as a unique destination that brings people from all walks of life together to create lifelong memories. Visit BigTex.com for more information.

Dallas, Texas, USA
241 employees (29 in marketing)

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Monthly Visitors
63.8K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
55%
Direct
37%
Referral
5.8%
Social
1%
Paid
1%

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Current headcount: ~241

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Marketing Team Size
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