About the Role
The Director of Public Relations & Marketing is responsible for developing and executing an annual strategic and integrated plan encompassing public relations, social media, and marketing communications to support the hotel's business objectives, enhance brand awareness, and drive revenue. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong storytelling abilities, the capacity to manage multiple projects, and established media and influencer relationships within the luxury travel sector.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a strategic plan including PR, social media and other marketing communications channels to support the business objectives of the hotel
- Deploy a creative content strategy across multiple owned and earned channels which presents relevant and engaging content and increases follower engagement
- Manage the hotel’s digital content strategy including the website, APP, OTA’s and social media channels, by setting metrics, monitoring results and tracking ROI
- Manage imagery and branding elements for the hotel including coordination of photography, videography, imagery, print collateral and publications
- Engage in media and influencer relations by actively managing professional relationships with local and regional media, by hosting media visits, building partnerships, pitching targeted story ideas, organising fam trips and photo shoots, entertaining key contacts
- Manage the internal and external communications strategy, handle incoming media enquiries and support social PR activities
- Work closely with operational departments and the senior leadership team on marketing and promotional strategies, budgets and communications
Requirements
- 5+ years' experience in a senior PR & communications leadership role within the hotel/travel/tourism industry or within a luxury brand
- A leadership style that is authentic, engaging and strategic, based on identified business priorities and capable of mentoring and driving team success
- Skilled storytelling and content creation that is aligned with and enhances the Sales & Marketing strategy
- Impeccable communication, negotiation and influencing skills
- Sense of style and aesthetics, with a sharp attention to detail
- A self-starter with strong project management skills and the ability to organise, prioritise and delegate in a fast paced environment
- Desire to transform the execution of PR and maximize impact of relationships and activations
- Proficiency in leveraging social media networks and related monitoring tools
- The ability to create newsworthy events, develop story ideas and follow through with pitch leads
Skills
- Public Relations
- Social Media
- Marketing Communications
- Content Strategy
- Digital Content Management
- Media Relations
- Influencer Relations
- Internal Communications
- External Communications
- Project Management
- Storytelling
- Content Creation
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Influencing
- Social Media Networks
- Social Media Monitoring Tools
Location
- Sydney
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- Tertiary Qualifications in communications/journalism/public relations/ marketing highly regarded
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive Salary, wages
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Excellent Training and Development opportunities
- Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
- Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms
- Complimentary Employee Meals
About the Company
- Four Seasons is powered by its people, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and mutual respect. The company is dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
- Four Seasons believes in recognizing individuals and creating meaningful connections, aiming to leave lasting impressions through genuine care, humanity, and generosity.
