Volunteer: Manager, PR & Media Relations (Hybrid)

Dallas Pets Alive!; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Pets Alive! is seeking a Volunteer PR & Media Relations Manager to enhance its public image. This role involves crafting media messages, managing inquiries, and promoting events. Ideal candidates will have a degree in communications or related fields, along with PR experience. Join us in making North Texas a 'No Kill' community!

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• 2-5 years of PR experience preferred.
• Knowledge of local media markets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic PR plans and write press releases.
• Manage media inquiries and promote major events.
• Create engaging content for social media.

Skills

Copywriting

Editing

Media Relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in journalism

Bachelor’s degree in PR

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Bachelor’s degree in marketing

Job description

Volunteer: Manager, PR & Media Relations (Hybrid)

Join to apply for the Volunteer: Manager, PR & Media Relations (Hybrid) role at Dallas Pets Alive!

Dallas Pets Alive! is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to rescuing, fostering, and rehoming pets in North Texas. We focus on rescuing healthy and treatable animals at risk of euthanasia, reducing owner surrenders, and promoting adoption as the best option for pets in need.

We are seeking a PR & Media Relations Manager to develop and maintain our public image. This volunteer role involves working closely with various departments to craft media messages, manage inquiries, and promote our events and success stories.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic PR plans, write and distribute press releases and media alerts
• Research and pitch compelling stories related to our animals and volunteers
• Manage media inquiries and share media coverage with teams
• Coordinate with leadership for media spokespeople and messaging
• Promote and support our major events such as Pup Crawl, Tails of Triumph, and North Texas Giving Day
• Create engaging content for social media and online platforms
• Assist with media coverage at events and develop story ideas

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, PR, communications, marketing, or equivalent experience
• 2-5 years of PR experience preferred
• Strong copywriting, editing, and media relations skills
• Knowledge of local media markets and existing media contacts is a plus
• Experience with photo and video content creation is desirable

Additional Information

This is a volunteer position with no compensation. You will collaborate with our marketing, social media, and leadership teams to support our mission of making North Texas a 'No Kill' community.