JOBS,at-National Shooting Sports Foundation,Newtown, CT,USA

Employer:National Shooting Sports Foundation

Position Title:Manager, Public Relations

Location:Newtown, CT

Salary:not specified

Employee Type:Full Time

Job Type:Marketing/Communications

Contact:Human Resources



Fax:
203-426-8384

Post Start Date:
4/15/2013
Post End Date:
5/15/2013

Job Summary:
Manage and coordinate communications activities and public relations with endemic media to promote industry programs and points of view with an emphasis on digital online communications.

Essential Job Responsibilities

•     Create and manage content for NSSF’s various websites, blogs and social media channels.
•     Writing assignments such as press releases, blog posts, articles for outdoor magazines and websites, etc.
•     Respond, often on very short notice, to requests from newspaper, radio and television media and act as organizational and industry spokesperson when needed.
•     Actively seek opportunities to disseminate industry views and messages, official statements and positions with appropriate media and constituent groups.
•     Editor/writer of Bullet Points e-newsletter.
•     Represent industry, as appropriate, in meetings and conferences of media and communication professionals such as OWAA, POMA, SEOPA, etc.
•     Maintain thorough knowledge of current events and issues that impact the firearms and ammunition industry.

Qualifications and Experience

•     BA/BS degree in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations, or equivalent experience.
•     Minimum of five years combined experience in communications, public relations and media relations.
•     Substantial experience as a professional writer.
•     Thorough knowledge of firearms-related issues and industry positions.
•     Hands-on working knowledge of social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn, etc.
•     Proven ability to effectively deliver messages on television and radio.
•     Ability and willingness to travel extensively and on short notice.
•     Knowledge of the shooting sports industry.
•     Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
•     A high degree of creativity is necessary.
•     Proficiency with current Microsoft Windows applications and MS office suite products.
•     Experience working with WordPress and basic knowledge of HTML preferred.
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Candidates possessing the requisite skills and experience should submit the following required information to HR@nssf.org

    Cover Letter
    Resume
    Salary requirements