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Tourism New Zealand

Public Relations Manager

Tourism New Zealand, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079


Tourism New Zealand is a leader in destination marketing. Our purpose is to enrich Aotearoa New Zealand, and all who visit. We do this through promoting New Zealand and attracting people to visit our beautiful country, the ultimate destination in a way that benefits the beautiful place we call home.

Is this the role you are looking for If so read on for more details, and make sure to apply today.What will you be doing | Ngā whaingaThis is a rare leadership opportunity. As the PR and Communications lead for North America, you will shape the strategy, development and implementation of our public relations, communications and content framework and associated initiatives for North America, in ways consistent with our Four-Year Marketing Strategy and regional plans.Your key focus will be to drive major earned coverage across broadcast, online projects, influencers, partnerships and other bold and innovative projects while proactively seeking integration synergies across Paid, Owned, Earned and Trade initiatives.Utilising your superb communication skills, you will oversee an in-house team, agency, plus a wide variety of stakeholders. Fostering positive relationships with media, industry representatives and travel trade will be at the heart of who you are. You will identify media risks and secure relevant high impact opportunities that advance Destination New Zealand's brand identity in market that catapults preference and appeal for New Zealand.Bring your passion for New Zealand!Experienced and inspiring PR and Communications leader with experience delivering high-performing earned marketing campaigns leveraging impactful and engaging content.PR and communications experience (minimum of 7 years) within a global organisation.Strong network of media and influencer contacts, and experience liaising directly with media, KOLs and productions as well as traditional offline media expertise.Experience managing large-scale integrated earned projects and well-developed project management skills.Ability to think innovatively and creatively about marketing and PR issues.Must have the right to work in America and the ability to travel domestically and internationally.Māori culture is an integral part of both New Zealand and Tourism New Zealand, therefore a willingness to discover and embrace Te Ao Māori including basic Tikanga and Te Reo Māori is a requirement.If you are a PR leader with creativity, innovation and relationship building at your core, and know a good story when you see it, then this could be your next leadership role.Come join an award-winning leader in destination marketing and become part of a fun, global team with shared goals of enriching New Zealand and taking the 100% Pure New Zealand brand to the world!Our Americas team enjoy a hybrid working environment from our office in Santa Monica.How to Apply | Me pēhea te tuku tonoPlease send us your resume and covering letter. For tracking and evaluation purposes, all applications must be submitted on-line through the Tourism New Zealand careers website.For more role-specific information, please view the position description.Applications close: Monday 26th August COB LA time.

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