Specialist Public Relations I

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Job Profile Title:

Specialist Public Relations I

Job Code:

10583

Profile Title:

10583 Specialist Public Relations I

Grade / Band:

07

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

It is the primary responsibility of the Public Relations Specialist I to manage media interactions that may include, but are not limited to, photo shoots, filming, event facilitation, interviews, etc. Specialist I's responsibilities include writing and distribution of press materials, proactive pitching of property amenities and more. At the Specialist I level, individuals should begin to learn about strategy development for media programs in support of the properties and their individual offerings. All duties are to be performed in accordance with departmental and MGM Resorts International policies, practices and procedures.

Independent evaluation of introductory media requests and recommendations

Independent management of basic filming, photo shoots and media interactions

Independent drafting of press releases and related documents

Provide property tours to media

Contribute meaningful content to brainstorming sessions and meetings

Manage basic assignments independently

Initial property meetings with supervisor

Introductory pitch development

Begin developing editing skills

Learn introductory requirements of executive interview process

Clip distribution to property partners

Performs other job-related duties as requested

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

High School Diploma or GED

Required

Bachelor's Degree

Journalism, Public Relations, or Communications, or a related field

Preferred

1+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience

Work experience required in Journalism, Public Relations or Communications

Required

Previous experience working in a similar resort setting

Preferred

Understanding of pace required by deadline‐driven environment

Ability to make sound on‐site judgments

Must have strong organizational skills

Detail‐oriented, able to multi‐task and handle high‐stress situations

Strong reading comprehension and retention skills

Strong writing skills and knowledge of AP Style

Knowledge of appropriate communications and style preferences

Accountability for completion of projects

Knowledge of media industry and hospitality industry helpful

Ability to create and manage media databases

Ability to organize and maintain media assets

Knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Must be able to travel from property to property as needed

Balancing

X

Bending

X

Carrying __pounds

X

Clear speech - simple

X

Clear speech - complex

X

Climbing

X

Distant vision

X

Driving

X

Flexibility - upper body

X

Flexibility - lower body

X

Hearing/Listening

X

Kneeling

X

Lifting __pounds

X

Near vision

X

Normal vision

X

Pushing/Pulling

X

Reaching

X

Sitting

X

Standing - 5 hours minimum

X

Typing __w.p.m.

X

Walking

X

Communication - verbal

X

Communication - written

X

Confined area

X

Contacts - works alone

X

Contacts - works around others

X

Contacts - works with others

X

Exposure to dust / dirt

X

Exposure to fumes / odors

X

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Fast pace

X

Hazardous conditions - chemicals

X

Hazardous conditions - high structures

X

Hazardous conditions - high voltage

X

Indoors

X

Noise levels - low to moderate

X

Noise levels - high

X

Office conditions

X

Outdoors

X

Restricted area

X

Shifts

X

Smoke

X

__% Travel

X

Wet/Humid

X

Analytical

X

Clerical

X

Comprehension

X

Crisis incidents

X

Customer service

X

Decision making

X

High pressure

X

Judgment

X

Long hours

X

Math skills - advance

X

Math skills - basic

X

Organization

X

Reading - simple

X

Reading - complex

X

Repetition

X

Tight deadlines

X

Writing - simple

X

Writing - complex

X