Public Relations Assistant

Santa Barbara, CA (Hybrid)

$25/hr – $28/hrIntern/New Grad1+ years expFull time

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive PR administration and asset management for a regional marketing org, coordinating media requests, inventories, and reporting.

  • Assist with tracking PR activities in databases and coordinating media requests.
  • Must-have: 1–2 years in office/PR with strong organization.
  • Standout: On-site availability 3 days/week and a driver license for media visits.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and track stories using Cision databases.
  • Maintain record keeping
  • Update contacts and activity records
  • Assist with tracking and reporting PR activities and results in databases and spreadsheets.
  • Support expense tracking and reporting in spreadsheets.
  • Maintain the PR magazine library.
  • Support press trips by assembling and delivering amenities, media passes, and welcome kits.
  • Monitor and replenish inventory for media passes and amenities.
  • Assist with planning itineraries, reservations, and recordkeeping for visiting media.
  • Review media visit requests and ensure timely responses.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 1-2 years of office experience, preferably in a PR or marketing setting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and a knack for navigating PC computers.
  • Strong organizational skills, with an impeccable attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Excellent time management skills, allowing you to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with ease.
  • Stellar written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to handle a high volume of incoming emails and collaborate with various stakeholders.
  • A self-starter mentality, taking initiative and driving tasks to completion while proactively supporting the needs of the PR Department.
  • A positive team player attitude, demonstrating consideration, discretion, and professionalism in all interactions.
  • A valid California driver's license, auto insurance, and access to a vehicle for Visit Santa Barbara business.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and transport equipment and materials for our programs.

Benefits

  • A competitive hourly wage of $25-$28, commensurate with your qualifications and experience.
  • Flexible work options, including the opportunity to work remotely for up to two days per week.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including fully paid medical insurance.
  • Generous paid sick and vacation leave, supporting your work-life balance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions, helping you plan for the future.
  • Monthly cell phone reimbursement up to $70, ensuring you stay connected.
  • Opportunities to visit and experience our region's hospitality businesses, deepening your understanding of our destination
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Visit Santa Barbara

Visit Santa Barbara is a non-profit 501(c)(6) organization jointly funded by the City of Santa Barbara, the County of Santa Barbara, the South Coast Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) and by a membership of hospitality-related businesses. The primary mission of Visit Santa Barbara is to enhance the economies of the City of Santa Barbara, South Coast communities and Santa Barbara County areas through tourism marketing that increases business revenue, tax revenue and creates jobs.We are a team of 13 employees who work closely with a range of partners locally, regionally, nationally and globally to continue to establish Santa Barbara as a world-class destination.Our vision is to maintain Santa Barbara’s status among the country’s top destinations, as well as establish it as one of the world’s most desired vacation spots.

Santa Barbara, California, USA
30 employees (12 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
166.8K
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$33.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
61.6%
Direct
29.1%
Referral
5.8%
Social
2.8%
Paid
0.7%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~30

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
11 (37% of company)
Median Tenure
7.2 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1

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