Associate Manager, Public Relations (Show)

Dr Phillips Center•Orlando, FL

About The Position

The Associate Manager, Public Relations (Show) supports public relations strategies for programming that advance the overall strategic vision of Dr. Phillips Center. Reporting to the Sr Manager, Communications/Public Relations, this role plays a key part in planning and executing show PR campaigns with a strong focus on building awareness, driving storytelling opportunities and securing media coverage for programming at the arts center. The Associate Manager builds and maintains effective relationships with local, regional, and international media, influencers, artists, talent managers, and agencies, while collaborating closely with internal teams in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in public relations, communications, or journalism.
Exceptional written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the confidence and professionalism to effectively communicate with leadership, colleagues, media, reporters, and artists.
Strong knowledge of AP style writing and experience drafting compelling, multi-purpose content, including press releases.
Demonstrated experience engaging directly with media and reporters, serving as a confident and professional point of contact who communicates clearly, calmly, and strategically.
Proven collaborative team player who builds strong working relationships across departments and contributes positively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate needs, take initiative, and adapt quickly to shifting priorities.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills; energetic, flexible, and accountable work style.
Familiarity with Microsoft Suite such as Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Cision and TVEyes is a plus.
Experience in the entertainment industry is a plus.
Previous experience working with media outlets, including pitching, securing coverage, and managing interviews preferred.
Experience working with local, regional, and/or international media contacts preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the execution of the Show PR Work Plan and communications efforts focused on programming and show marketing, including writing press releases, pitching stories, coordinating media outreach, and securing coverage.
Draft and support show PR content for social media channels in collaboration with the marketing team to ensure messaging alignment and consistency.
Support Show PR strategies that drive storytelling opportunities for Dr Phillips Center Presents, rentals, co-productions, and revenue-generating programming across internal and external channels (on-sale announcements, media outreach, reviews, interviews, etc.).
Collaborate with agents, artists, talent managers, and agencies to support promotional opportunities that build brand awareness through virtual, in-venue, and in-studio content.
Manage and support interview requests, media opportunities, and tours, including scheduling, preparation, communication, follow-up, and logistics.
Work closely with the editorial artsLife Magazine team to provide content and coordinate interviews that feature shows and artists.
Support project workflow for show PR requests, including opening projects, establishing timelines, tracking progress, following up with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule.
Proactively manage schedules, programming and deadlines while holding teams and partners accountable to agreed-upon timelines in a professional, respectful, and collaborative manner.
Prioritize and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, changing environment, with the ability to pivot quickly and identify shifting priorities.
Ensure accurate, timely reporting of media coverage, metrics, and campaign results, providing clear and reliable data back to leadership.
Maintain strong working relationships across departments by fostering collaboration, open communication, and a team-first mindset.
Demonstrate proactive problem-solving skills, anticipating needs and addressing challenges before they escalate.
Verify and ensure accuracy of all information communicated internally and externally.
Follow and support all operational policies and procedures; demonstrate and maintain Dr. Phillips Center’s core values and standards of customer service at all times.
Maintain professionalism, composure, discretion and diplomacy when working under pressure with internal and external partners.
Communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.
Other duties as assigned.