Communications & Media Relations Manager

The Communicationsand Media Relations Manager leads both internal and external strategic communications and media relations for Explore Minnesota (EM). Works to develop and implement an annual integrated communications plan for Explore Minnesota which includes public and media relations efforts, corporate communications, external relations and interdepartmental communications. One of the key purposes of this position is to enable the delivery of EM's strategic public relations and communications objectives by overseeing the Public Relations contracts. This position will work with key external stakeholders including media contacts, community leaders and industry partners to promote Explore Minnesota through consistent messaging, legislative communications, print publications and media related events/promotional activities. Responsible for promoting and enhancing the office’s public perception, lead crisis communication efforts, serve as the agency spokesperson and as needed be a liaison to the Governor’s Office.

Position duties Include:

• Direct and lead agency's internal and external strategic communications, issue maagement and outreach for the Communicaitons Division in support of the office and Executive Director;
• Supervise media relations program, staff and overall messaging;
• Direct day-to-day operations of Communications and Media Relations Unit to provide efficient, cost-effective and high-quality services;
• Develop startegy for production, design and distribution of consumer tarvel publications;
• Budget and track the Communication's Unit's fiscal resources to provide effective, cost-efficient operation of services.
• Develop annual communications plans, including, but not limited to: crisis communications, legislative/government affairs communications, domestic and international leisure media plans, coordinated promotional efforts with the brand strategy and digital strategy teams and special agency events.

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