Aquarium Communications Lead & Public Relations

North Carolina Zoo; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Aquarium Fort Fisher seeks a Communications Manager to lead communications, marketing, and public engagement for the Aquarium's programs and events. You will edit, craft press materials, and coordinate with media, travel, and tourism partners to raise awareness of conservation initiatives and the Aquarium's mission.

Responsibilities include managing advertising campaigns, creating promotional content, and collaborating with division partners to ensure consistent messaging

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media journalism, English, or related field.
• Two years of experience in communications, public relations, or publicity work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs broad communication, promotion, marketing, publicity, and public engagement for programs and events.
• Edits all exhibit text and materials; creates content for press releases and online postings.
• Represents the Aquarium to media, travel, tourism, and hospitality partners and chambers of commerce.
• Develops/cooperates on advertising layouts and campaigns for regional attractions and events.

Skills

Public speaking

Media communications

Social media

Microsoft Office

Graphics software

Photo/video editing

Content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, public affairs, media journalism, English, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

The North Carolina Aquarium Fort Fisher seeks a Communications Manager to lead communications, marketing, and public engagement for the Aquarium's programs and events. You will edit, craft press materials, and coordinate with media, travel, and tourism partners to raise awareness of conservation initiatives and the Aquarium's mission.

Responsibilities include managing advertising campaigns, creating promotional content, and collaborating with division partners to ensure consistent messaging