Marketing Specialist - Orlando, United States - SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment

Description

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting). Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals in a wide variety of roles. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team

What you get to do:

The Public Relations Specialist for SeaWorld Orlando supports the Marketing Communications team in garnering earned media coverage for the Orlando parks and their new attractions, consumer events, SeaWorld Rescue operations and more.

Create and execute publicity campaigns to achieve the parks' business goals/objectives and enhance the brand
Track media coverage and create robust reports for internal leadership
Process media ticket requests
Respond to inbound media inquiries in a timely manner
Manage PR inbox, maintain online media relations webpage
Write press releases, media alerts and other written communications for public consumption if needed
Build and maintain media relationships in key source markets and throughout Florida
Participate in in-studio media appearances, on-site media visits hosted media events
Perform with a positive attitude and team focus while being results and deadline oriented
Perform other duties as assigned


What it takes to succeed:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Mass Communications, Journalism or related field required
At least 3 years practical experience in public relations, communications, writing, creativity or campaign planning/execution required
Experience with news media, either as a public relations practitioner or journalist; understanding of story development and selection a plus
Experience developing productive relationships with traditional and non-traditional news media
Outstanding written, verbal and visual communications skills and ability to convey messages clearly and persuasively
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge of social media and social networking, publicity and media tactics
Ability to understand a strategy and use critical and creative thinking to achieve the desired outcome
Ability to handle multiple priorities, be able to handle change and be able to perform well under pressure
Availability to work varying shifts/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays

Desired Qualifications

• 7 years' experience in public relations experience preferred

Prior experience at a theme park or accredited zoological facility preferred
Bi-lingual; fluent in Spanish preferred


What else is important:
Must have a valid Driver's license and able to meet company driving guidelines
Must be able to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.

Perform the following physical activities:
kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing).
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat.
Work regularly Monday through Friday but with flexibility based on business need to include weekends, evenings, and holidays.


The perks of the position:
As part of the SeaWorld family, you'll enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates, as well as:
Paid Floating Holidays
Accrual based Paid Time Off
SEA Employee Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
SEA Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K plan
Voluntary Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Legal Assistance Plan

Join the team

If you're looking for the opportunity to make the most of your abilities in a one-of-a-kind setting with an entertainment industry leader, we're looking for you


The perks of the position:
Paid Time Off
Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401K Retirement plan
Voluntary Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Legal Assistance Plan


EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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