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PR/Communications - Intern Starting at $15.00 per hour


Company : Six Flags Darien Lake


Location : Darien Center, NY


Created : 2024-04-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

  JOB SUMMARY: Assists in all Marketing/Communications department functions, including planning and executing marketing events, in-park events, media, and community relations with a focus on guest engagement.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:   Actively participates in all Marketing/Communication department functions Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Completes research and assists with blogs, writes fact sheets on timely news and events Manage, organize and create monthly reports on media coverage Escorts media, celebrities and VIPs during media visits and in-park events Assists in the planning and execution of media visits, live remotes, marketing events(festivals, activations, community relations, etc.) Manage all sampling and Corporate Partnership duties Assists with signage installation throughout the park Assists with monitoring social media and contributes to social media strategy Set high standards of performance for all areas within their responsibilities Ensure image, cleanliness and courtesy standards requirements are met Willing to interact with guests and assist with in park tasks Able to work efficiently in a fast - paced environment with an ongoing and friendly demeanor Must be professional, self-motivated, be able to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude   ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Reports to the Marketing/Communications Manager Department: Marketing   MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Be at least 18 years of age Pursuing a degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field preferred Computer Literacy. Strong knowledge of social media platforms, all Microsoft applications and Adobe Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop and Premier Required to work various shifts as project and park needs dictate, including nights, weekends and holidays Passion for the event industry with a focus on communications, marketing, tourism, theme parks and venue management React well in stressful and emergency situations Photography, Video filming and editing skills a plus Previous public relations, marketing, communications, journalism, or customer service experience a plus Must have a valid driver's license Comfortable working in a mixed office/outside in the park environment. Must have the ability to stand, walk, crouch, bend, stoop, kneel and lift to forty pounds   POSITION(S) AVAILABLE May - October: Spring 10-20 hours weekly, Weekends only; Summer: 20-30+ hours weekly, Monday - Sunday. Varied shifts.