Full-time Public Relations Manager

Houston International Ballet - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Houston, TX

Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries

About the position

Come work with us at Houston Ballet! Picture yourself at an amazing organization committed to inspiring a lasting love and appreciation for dance through artistic excellence, exhilarating performances, innovative choreography, and superb educational programs. At Houston Ballet, you’ll be surrounded by creative teams who challenge you, support you, inspire you, and celebrate artistic achievement. This position maximizes Houston Ballet’s external presence in the media and assists the Director of Marketing & PR in all projects about the Marketing and PR department. This is an on-site position located in Houston, Texas. The Public Relations Manager will develop and implement an annual PR plan that supports Houston Ballet’s strategic plan, aligns with institutional priorities, and promotes performances and programs. The role involves crafting pitches, booking interviews, and coordinating all media coverage including print, TV, and radio. The manager will maintain high visibility for Houston Ballet by identifying and securing local, regional, national, and international press opportunities and coverage. As the primary liaison with earned media and press, the manager will effectively build and cultivate relationships with the media and develop story ideas for coverage. Additionally, the Public Relations Manager will prepare Houston Ballet spokespeople for interviews by organizing media training and drafting briefing notes. Responsibilities also include coordinating media press tickets, assembling press kits, and maintaining a press list database. The manager will manage the press table on opening night performances and other performances as assigned, write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and PSAs, and manage tracking, monitoring software, reporting, and archiving of press coverage. Sharing press coverage with key staff members and stakeholders regularly is also a key responsibility. The role requires collaboration with colleagues to develop high-quality photography and videography assets while executing all job functions with brand integrity and a patron-centered focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual PR plan that supports Houston Ballet's strategic plan and promotes performances and programs.
• Craft pitches, book interviews, and coordinate all media coverage including print, TV, and radio.
• Maintain high visibility for Houston Ballet by identifying and securing local, regional, national, and international press opportunities and coverage.
• Serve as primary liaison with earned media and press on a local, regional, national, and international level.
• Effectively build and cultivate relationships with the media and develop story ideas for coverage.
• Accompany all interviewees at/to scheduled appointments.
• Prepare Houston Ballet spokespeople for interviews by organizing media training and drafting briefing notes.
• Coordinate media press tickets, assemble press kits, and maintain press list database.
• Manage press table on opening night performances and other performances as assigned.
• Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, and PSAs.
• Manage tracking, monitoring software, reporting, and archiving of press coverage.
• Share press coverage with key staff members and stakeholders regularly.
• Manage Houston Ballet blog.
• Work with colleagues to develop high-quality photography and videography assets.
• Execute all job functions while maintaining brand integrity and high-quality work with a patron-centered focus.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Public Relations experience
• Bachelor's degree in Public Relations or related field required
• Fluency in writing (please include 3 writing samples)
• Prior media relations experience with a proven track record of securing media coverage
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience working efficiently in a fast-paced environment, while managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with a command of grammar and AP style
• A passion for storytelling and sharing the world of dance with the public.

Nice-to-haves

• Non-profit or performing arts experience

Benefits

• Healthcare Benefits: Comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, and vision care.
• Retirement Plan: 403(b) plan with a substantial 5% annual contribution from Houston Ballet.
• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 10 paid sick days, and 10 paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave to support personal milestones.
• Professional Development: Access to online training and professional growth resources specific to arts management.
• Discounts and Perks: Discounted and complimentary tickets to ballet performances and other venues.
• Wellness Programs: Access to on-site gym and counseling services through employee assistance plan.
• Flexible Scheduling: Certain positions offer flexible work hours and remote work options.