Hospitality Director

The Hospitality Director will work closely with internal teams to develop media strategies, Lead and oversee the hospitality division, developing creative strategies that align with client goals and public relations objectives.

Key responsibilities:

1. Media Relations & Thought Leadership: Build relationships with media, pitch strategic stories, and elevate the organization’s profile through high-impact placements.
2. Lead Strategic PR Efforts: Develop and implement PR strategies aligned with business goals, ensuring consistent brand messaging across all channels.
3. Crisis Communication: Oversee crisis management strategy, ensuring rapid, effective responses to protect the organization’s reputation.
4. Content & Messaging Strategy: Create and review strategic content, including press releases, case studies, and executive messaging, maintaining brand alignment.
5. Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate relationships with media, clients, industry leaders, and stakeholders, tailoring communication strategies for each.
6. Executive Communications: Prepare executives with media training, speechwriting, and talking points for public appearances and press interactions.
7. Team Leadership & Development: Mentor and guide the PR team, fostering growth, accountability, and high-quality output.
8. Metrics & Reporting: Track and analyze PR performance, media coverage, and campaign impact, presenting insights to senior leadership.
9. Budget Management: Efficiently manage the PR budget, maximizing ROI on initiatives and maintaining cost-effectiveness.
10. Strategic Impact: Contribute to key business objectives, including brand awareness, reputation management, and corporate positioning through impactful PR campaigns.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of proven experience in hospitality management, event planning, public relations, or a related field, ideally within a PR or agency setting.
• A strong track record of successfully managing high-profile hospitality events, media partnerships, and VIP engagements.
• Excellent understanding of public relations, branding, and the role hospitality plays in enhancing PR efforts.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships at all levels