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New York City Tourism + Conventions · 1 day ago

Manager, Communications (Domestic)

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$88K/yr - $110K/yr

4+ years exp

New York City Tourism + Conventions is responsible for promoting New York City as a premier destination. They are seeking a highly organized and versatile Manager, Communications (Domestic) to oversee domestic PR and communications operations, engaging with media and managing various communication strategies.

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Responsibilities

Write PR materials: press releases, media advisories, fact sheets, pitches, statements, briefing docs and talking points for media interviews

Manage written materials in the online newsroom

Manage and lead organization of NYC Tourism domestic media contact list, along with other media lists for various PR activities

Manage media clipping and contact database

Manage domestic PR evaluation, merchandising and reporting including status reports; weekly press roundup (alongside Manager, Communications – International); program recaps, quarterly and annual summaries, etc

Handle reactive media relations: lead on daily management of press inbox and press office phone line

Proactive media outreach to generate earned media coverage results on key messaging pillars, marketing programs and tourism initiatives

Organize individual and group media trips including travel arrangements, itineraries and tracking results; manage CityPASS, MTA and gift card programs

Support coordination of gala comms, press conferences and media activations, including creative project management and handling decks, remarks, media alerts and outreach

Support Director, Communications – Domestic in maintaining domestic PR/editorial calendars

Occasional on-call media monitoring

Manage scheduling and agenda for weekly check-in with Director, Communications – Domestic

Update weekly global communications agendas with domestic PR activity

Qualification

Media relationsCommunications experienceWriting skillsExcel proficiencyMuck Rack knowledgeTourism experienceGovernment experienceInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailFlexibility

Required

Minimum four years' experience in a communications role (agency or in-house)

Excellent writing skills

Ability to build strong local/domestic media relationships

Confidence to build and maintain media and industry relationships

Experience in generating and securing earned media placements

Excellent communications and interpersonal skills

High attention to detail and follow-through

Flexibility and comfort managing change

Availability for occasional evening and weekend events or site visits across the five boroughs

Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Office, Power Point

Knowledge of Muck Rack or similar PR coverage monitoring database

Preferred

Tourism and hospitality experience

Government/public affairs experience

Benefits

Hybrid Schedule: 3 days in-office (Tues/Wed required + 1 flex day); Fridays remote.

Generous Time Off : PTO days and sick time.

Holidays : up to 12 paid company holidays, plus extended Winter Break.

Floating Holiday: 1 per year, front-loaded.

Healthcare: Premium medical, dental, and vision plans, plus HRA and DCA.

Retirement & Development : Retirement savings plan and professional development opportunities.

Perks: Quarterly cell phone credit to subsidize your plan and monthly transit/commuter allowance.

Company

New York City Tourism + Conventions

As the tourism authority of the five boroughs of New York City, our mission is to invite the world and energize the City—building equitable, sustainable economic prosperity and community through tourism for the mutual benefit of residents, businesses, and visitors.

Founded in 1935

New York, New York, USA

51-200 employees