Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Oversight
• Lead and mentor a small communications team, including the PR Manager and Internal Communications Manager
• Provide guidance and support for campaign planning, media outreach, and internal communications execution
• Oversee workload distribution, professional development, and performance management within the team
• Foster a collaborative, creative, and high-performing team culture
• Public Relations & External Communications
• Develop and execute Deer Valley’s public relations strategy in alignment with organizational priorities
• Craft and deliver compelling stories to secure media coverage across local, national, and international outlets
• Act as a resort spokesperson or coordinate designated spokespersons for media inquiries
• Oversee press requests, FAM tours, media visits, and onsite press centers during events

Requirements

• Degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or journalism preferred
• 7–10+ years of experience in communications, public relations, or hospitality/tourism communications
• Prior leadership or team management experience preferred
• Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills; copywriting experience a plus
• Familiarity with professional communications and PR industry best practices
• Experience in community relations and engaging key stakeholders
• Strong organizational, project management, and multitasking skills
• Availability to work weekends or attend early morning/late evening events as needed
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for media events, meetings, conferences, and trade shows
• Purposeful availability for events as needed

Preferred

• Intermediate or above-average skiing ability preferred

Benefits

• Ski perks (vary based on employment status) may include Deer Valley season pass, free skiing or riding at other Alterra Resorts and select local Utah resorts
• Friends and family ski discounts, free staff ski lessons and discounted rentals (winter staff only)
• Subsidized meals at Employee Dining Rooms offered for staff while on shift
• Subsidized housing options available for seasonal full-time staff
• Discounts for staff members at restaurants, shops, and service providers in Park City
• Healthcare options are available for staff members
• 401k plan with company match