POSITION AVAILABLE: PUBLIC RELATIONS ASSOCIATE

The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park seeks a motivated professional to serve as a public relations associate. This is a full-time salaried position with full benefits that reports to the Public Relations Director and also functions as an important team member with all others in the department. The position requires an individual who has strong writing skills, is well-organized, creative and adept at juggling multiple projects and working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Writing and editing articles for all Playhouse publications, including show programs, newsletters, e-mail newsletters and web pages.
• Overseeing editorial content for Playhouse show programs.
• Writing and distributing the Playhouse’s bi-weekly staff newsletter Preview and writing simple copy for promotional fliers, postcards and signage.
• Managing the Playhouse blog and assisting in Web site updates.
• Managing the Playhouse’s facility tour program.
• Assisting the Public Relations Director with opening nights, including preparing media and actor closing kits, distributing video, hanging and taking down photos, staffing the media table, setting up design cube and making box office/door signs.
• Providing the Public Relations Director with media assistance, including writing occasional releases, pitching stories and transporting artists to interviews.
• Preparing and distributing e-mail newsletters and some promotional e-mails.
• Staffing other Playhouse events including acting as photographer and videographer.
• Coordinating office supplies for PR activity.
• Providing necessary administrative support.
• Executing other duties as assigned.
  
  

Candidates should possess one to three years of related experience or may be entry level with strong internship experience. Excellent writing, solid public relations/media relations experience and an ability to work efficiently under multiple deadlines are desired. Knowledge of Quark and Photoshop is desirable. Some evening/weekend hours and a valid driver’s license are required. Enthusiasm for and knowledge of theatre is a definite plus.

Candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and at least three writing samples including one feature article by Friday, January 22 to:

Emma F. Caro

Public Relations Director

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

P.O. Box 6537

Cincinnati, OH 45206

emma.caro@cincyplay.com

NO PHONE CALLS.

For more information about Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, visit www.cincyplay.com. Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park is an equal opportunity employer and encourages inquiries about positions from a broad spectrum of candidates reflecting the diversity of the community we serve.