Strategic Tourism PR & Communications Lead

Visit Denver, The Convention & Visitors Bureau; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 84,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance – employer paid

Vision Insurance – employer paid

Life Insurance – employer paid

STD – employer paid

401(k) Retirement Plan

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Floating Holidays

Paid Holidays

FSA

Employee Discounts

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Work Culture

Job summary

Visit Denver, The Convention & Visitors Bureau is seeking a Public Relations & Communications Manager to elevate Denver’s tourism brand. You will collaborate with the Director to implement innovative communications plans and media outreach.

The role requires strong writing, media relations, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Travel and occasional nights/weekends may be necessary, with a comprehensive benefits package included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in PR, Communications, Journalism or related field.
• Minimum five years of PR and media relations experience; travel/tourism experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with consumer and trade media to elevate Denver’s tourism brand.
• Write and distribute press releases and respond to media inquiries.
• Manage media lists and coordinate press tours for domestic and international writers.
• Coordinate with stakeholders including Mayor’s Office, Colorado Tourism Office, and others.
• Serve as media spokesperson as assigned and assist with internal communications.

Skills

Public/media relations

Writing & editing

AP Style

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

MS Office / Google Suite

Travel readiness

Night/weekend work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in PR or Communications

Tools

Microsoft Office / Google Suite

Client management software

Job description

Visit Denver, The Convention & Visitors Bureau is seeking a Public Relations & Communications Manager to elevate Denver’s tourism brand. You will collaborate with the Director to implement innovative communications plans and media outreach.

The role requires strong writing, media relations, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Travel and occasional nights/weekends may be necessary, with a comprehensive benefits package included.