Tourism PR & Communications Lead

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance – 100% employer paid

Vision Insurance – 100% employer paid

Life Insurance – 100% employer paid

Short-Term Disability – 100% employer|

Job summary

Denver Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau is seeking a Public Relations & Communications Manager in Denver, CO. This exempt, full-time role reports to the Director of Public Relations & Communications within the Communication Operations department.

The ideal candidate elevates Denver’s tourism brand by leading PR efforts, writing press releases, pitching stories, coordinating media visits, and managing media lists. Occasional travel is required.

Qualifications

• Strong writing, proofreading and editing skills with AP Style.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and professional communication.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Promote Denver’s tourism brand and support PR plans.
• Write and distribute press releases and respond to media inquiries.
• Pitch stories to consumer and travel media.
• Coordinate press tours and host media visits.
• Maintain media lists and monitor coverage.
• Represent Visit Denver to partners and at events.

Skills

Writing & editing

Media relations

Public relations

Project management

Organization

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, or a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Client management software

Job description

Denver Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau is seeking a Public Relations & Communications Manager in Denver, CO. This exempt, full-time role reports to the Director of Public Relations & Communications within the Communication Operations department.

The ideal candidate elevates Denver’s tourism brand by leading PR efforts, writing press releases, pitching stories, coordinating media visits, and managing media lists. Occasional travel is required.