Public Relations Coordinator

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Purpose of Volunteer Position: To help create and maintain a presence with the local media in the community.

Number of hours: 2-12 hours per month

Location: Remote or in person

Reports to: Currently, the Executive Director

Works Closely with: The Executive Director, Content Creator and other Social media volunteers

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain relationships with the media to ensure that news pertaining to The PPCM is shared in a timely manner.
• Proactively pitch stories to the media. This includes writing and distributing press releases and other messaging

(including social media outreach) about The PPCM and responding to media requests generated as a result of these efforts.

• Help to make sure events are listed on different calendars in print and online
• Assist in coordinating and hosting press events for all aspects of the museum
• Maintain & grow our media database
• Ability to be a spokesperson for PPCM as needed and your schedule allows for
• Be a part of the Marketing Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month

Volunteer Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Can do most work from home, but will need to be available for certain events as needed
• Understand and promote PPCM’s mission
• Be a part of the Marketing Committee - meets 1-2 hours monthly; in person or Zoom
• Be an ambassador for PPCM
• Help to educate the community about PPCM

Recommended Volunteer Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• May work remotely, but should be here in Colorado Springs
• Have experience in Public Relations or related field
• Be outgoing and comfortable in the spotlight
• Advanced writing skills and experience writing press releases
• Ability to build and maintain relationships and work well with others as part of a team.
• Superior written and verbal communications skills, including public speaking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet computer applications (Excel/Microsoft Word skills
• required).
• Understanding of social media platforms.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Professional image representative of nonprofit image.