Responsibilities

• Maintain awareness and possible coordination of public and community relations activities.
• Assist in tracking and maintenance of media coverage through Cision, update media database, and help qualify and fulfill media requests.
• Assist with the development and distribution of press materials and correspondence to the media and general public.
• Produce written materials for the department and assist other departments when necessary.
• Assist in the cultivation of relationships with media, community organizations, and the general public.
• Assist in the coordination of television appearances, interviews, radio remotes, and film shoots as necessary. Some may require overnight hours.
• Transport media, production companies, and VIPs throughout the fairgrounds, as needed.
• Assist in the execution of special events and promotions, like the Big Tex Choice Awards and Texas Auto Show Media Day.
• Project a positive image of all aspects of the State Fair of Texas within the community at all times.
• Provide a wide variety of general administrative support, including, but not limited to, maintenance of accurate and detailed files and records; verify accuracy of the information, research discrepancies, and record information.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in journalism, public relations, communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Recent college graduates or PR professionals with up to five (5) years of experience.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
• Highly proficient computer skills with demonstrated knowledge and practical application of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software programs as needed.

Preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Knowledge of the media industry is helpful.