Economic Development Communications Strategist

Medc; Jackson (MS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Visit Mississippi, under the Mississippi Development Authority, seeks an Economic Development Specialist III to serve as Communications Manager. You will guide media relations, editorial communications, and public-facing messaging to promote Mississippi as a premier travel destination.

Under the Chief Marketing Officer, you will manage day-to-day activities, respond to media inquiries, and coordinate with partners to generate positive coverage. Strong writing and project management are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and project management skills required.
• Ability to develop executive communications and public-facing content.
• Experience coordinating with media, partners, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and distribute media advisories, news releases, and briefing documents for Visit Mississippi and programs.
• Maintain media databases and support media relations activities, including inquiries and asset requests.
• Write, edit, and proofread content for owned, earned, and paid channels and ensure brand consistency.
• Develop executive communications including talking points, presentations, and scripts.
• Assist with planning, promotion, and execution of Visit Mississippi events and press conferences.
• Support trail programs through press materials and promotional collateral.
• Collaborate with PR firm and stakeholders to identify story opportunities and editorial calendars.
• Represent Visit Mississippi at conferences, media marketplaces, and industry events.
• Provide support for broader initiatives, including campaigns and stakeholder communications.
• Review invoices, contracts, vendor documentation, and assist with budget/tracking.
• Ensure all materials align with brand voice and strategic objectives.
• Maintain relationships with in-state media and monitor earned media coverage.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders, tourism partners and associations.
• Manage multiple projects and ensure deadlines and quality.

Skills

Media relations

Editing/Writing

Project management

Content development

Tools

Cision

Job description

Visit Mississippi, under the Mississippi Development Authority, seeks an Economic Development Specialist III to serve as Communications Manager. You will guide media relations, editorial communications, and public-facing messaging to promote Mississippi as a premier travel destination.

Under the Chief Marketing Officer, you will manage day-to-day activities, respond to media inquiries, and coordinate with partners to generate positive coverage. Strong writing and project management are essential.