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Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA) logoNorthwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA)

Public Relations Contractor

Skills
BoatingBusiness IntelligenceEarned MediaEditorialMedia RelationsOutdoor RecreationOutlets
Role

What the job involves

The main requirements, responsibilities and hiring steps.

Requirements

  • Established relationships with PNW TV radio print online and trade media contacts
  • Experience coordinating event PR media days or on-location press activities
  • Experience with organic social media and influencer relationships
  • Portfolio of earned media placements and/or published writing samples
  • Ability to work on-site at the Seattle Boat Show and on the water during activations
  • Seattle/PNW-based and available for in-person work
  • Can work independently and manage a pitching calendar
  • Strong writing voice adaptable across formats

Nice to have

  • Marine industry interest
  • Outdoor recreation experience
  • Boating passion

Day to day

  • Drive earned media coverage for the Seattle Boat Show through proactive pitching and on-site media coordination
  • Develop and pitch positive boating story angles for the Grow Boating campaign while building strong media and influencer relationships
  • Write NMTA's bi-weekly WaterLife newsletter with clear engaging editorial content for marine industry members and boating enthusiasts

Hiring process

  • Send your capabilities deck to jobs@nmta.net
  • Include case studies or portfolio samples
  • Promising candidates will be contacted for follow-up