Public Relations Director jobs in Richmond, KY

Public Relations Director directs and implements a company's public relations strategies. Manages media relations, announcements, editorial placement, and speaking opportunities. Being a Public Relations Director evaluates and authorizes all forms of communication regarding the organization for release to the public. Develops press releases, white papers and supporting materials. Additionally, Public Relations Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Public Relations Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Public Relations Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Public Relations and Events Coordinator
  • London-Laurel County Tourist Commission
  • London, KY FULL_TIME
  • Job Title: Public Relations and Events Coordinator
    Reports to: London Laurel County Tourist Commission Board
    Status: Full Time; Retirement and Healthcare Benefits, Vacation

    Our Objective
    The London Laurel County Tourist Commission was developed in 1979 establishing an ordinance to collect transient tax of 3% for hotel, motel, campgrounds, and short-term vacation rentals. The mission of LLTC is to promote the economic growth of London-Laurel County by attracting visitors to the area through effective marketing of our services.

    About the Tourism Industry
    Tourism is a collection of activities, services and industries which deliver a travel experience comprised of attractions, accommodations, food and drink establishments, retail shops, entertainment businesses and other hospitality services provided for individuals or groups traveling away from home.

    Essential Functions

    · Research, produce and maintain written, visual, and video content for the Visit London KY website, blog, and social media, including a photo and video library. Keep the visitlondonky.com website updated and accurate.

    · Maintain the Visit London KY social media presence. This includes creating content, graphic design, scheduling, monitoring, and responding to comments, making advertising plans and evaluating analytics.

    · Coordinate all aspects of events – both new and existing – contacting vendors, ensuring event planning moves forward in a timely manner, creating event materials (graphics, posters, handouts, etc.), manage event equipment and supply inventory, work with other staff and community groups as needed.

    · Develop and maintain relationships with local business owners and managers as sources for content and promoting the attractions of London-Laurel County KY.

    · Provide input to the Visit London KY advertising strategy.

    · Prepare and maintain press kit materials including amenities, story ideas, Q&As, fact sheets, news releases, digital newsletter, photography, videos, etc. and send related information to media throughout the year.

    · Identify and develop relationships with local and national media, key social influencers/bloggers, and industry experts to position London KY as a tourism destination.

    Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

    · Marketing and public relations, including social media, writing, website/blog maintenance, pitching stories for earned media coverage and working with bloggers/influencers.

    · Experience with video editing and video production, including equipment and techniques.

    · Software knowledge to include Microsoft Office Products, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress and Canva.

    · Knowledge of the London-Laurel County and surrounding areas and business community, and of the tourism industry.

    · Photography, videography, and graphic design skills.

    · Work extended hours on your feet at tradeshows and conferences.

    · Public Speaking to media sources, visitors, etc.

    · Advertising best practices, social media advertising and generating reports including ad metrics.

    · Must be available to work evenings and weekends for special events.

    · Outstanding customer service skills and ability to communicate with diverse populations.

    · Motivated self-starter who can bring new ideas to this new position and make it their own!

    Experience/Education/Training

    · 2 years of experience in public relations, hospitality/tourism industry, news media, etc. including internships.

    · Bachelor’s degree preferred in public relations, communications and/or marketing-related field or equivalent related work experience.

    · Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $30,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Paid time off
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday
    • Weekends as needed

    Ability to Relocate:

    • London, KY 40741: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 15 Days Ago

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Public Relations Specialist
  • Link-Belt Cranes
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Link-Belt Cranes is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sales of mobile cranes. Founded over 145 years ago, with corporate headquarters in Lexington, Kentucky, join an organization that und...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Director
  • Pulaski County Public Library
  • Somerset, KY FULL_TIME
  • About us Pulaski County, Kentucky is the third largest county by area and the fourteenth largest county by population (with over 65,000 people), in Kentucky. Pulaski County has a large tourist populat...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Director for Maintenance
  • Fayette County Public Schools
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 13995 Position Type: Administration - No Admin Cert Required/CLAS - 8469 - DIRECTOR - MAINTENANCE Date Posted: 1/8/2024 Location: MAINTENANCE Date Available: 23/24 School Year Closing Date: 01/...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Director of Curriculum Instructional and Assessment 1.0 FTE
  • Fayette County Public Schools
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • JobID: 14258 Position Type: Administration - No Admin Cert Required/CERT - 4005 - DIR CURRICULUM & ASSESSMENT Date Posted: 3/25/2024 Location: District Offices Date Available: School Year 24-25 Closin...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Horsemen Relations Intern
  • KEENELAND ASSOCIATION
  • Lexington, KY INTERN
  • Job Details Job Location: Keeneland Association - Lexington, KY Position Type: Internship Salary Range: $12.00 - $12.00 Hourly DescriptionKeeneland Association, a world leader in Thoroughbred Racing a...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Administrative Assistant
  • Kentucky Community and Technical College System
  • Lexington, KY
  • Administrative Assistant Job no: 493661 Work type: Part-time, Temporary Location: Lexington, KY Categories: Temporary Ti...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Account Executive
  • CORNETT
  • Lexington, KY
  • The Account Executive embraces clients and consumers as partners in developing marketing communications, using their inp...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Director
  • Morning Pointe Senior Living
  • Lexington, KY
  • Primary Purpose: As a member of the Morning Pointe Operations Team, all associates are responsible for commitment to and...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director in Training Program
  • Morning Pointe Senior Living
  • Lexington, KY
  • Morning Pointe Senior Living is excited to offer an environment for managers to utilize their skills and develop their c...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Cook
  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • Richmond, KY
  • Additional Information We are hiring an AM Cook and Swing (AM/PM) Cook Overview Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HC...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Admissions/Marketing Director
  • Landmark of Lancaster
  • Lancaster, KY
  • Landmark of Lancaster - JOB DUTIES: Answer referrals in a timely manner Work with physicians and hospital discharge plan...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician
  • Baptist Health
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Description: Principal Duties and Responsibilities: The following is a summary of the major functions of this indivi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dealer Success Manager - Southeast Region
  • AutoFi, Inc.
  • Lexington, KY
  • **Dealer Success Manager - Southeast Region** Lexington, KY / Customer Success / Full Time **About AutoFi** Founded in 2...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Richmond is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Madison County, Kentucky, United States. It is named after Richmond, Virginia, and is the home of Eastern Kentucky University. The population was 33,533 in 2015. Richmond is the third-largest city in the Bluegrass region (after Louisville and Lexington) and the state's sixth-largest city. Richmond serves as the center for work and shopping for south-central Kentucky. Richmond is the principal city of the Richmond–Berea Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Madison and Rockcastle counties. Richmond is located in Madison...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Public Relations Director jobs
$142,426 to $196,508
Richmond, Kentucky area prices
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