About NYRRNew York Road Runners was founded in 1958 when a small group of passionate runners vowed to bring running to the people and has grown from a local running club to the world's premier community running organization.NYRR's mission is to empower everyone, of all ages and abilities—beginners and competitive athletes, the young and the elderly, adult professionals and underserved schoolchildren—to improve their health and well-being through the power of running and fitness.NYRR's races, community events, instruction and training resources, and youth programs give hundreds of thousands of people each year the motivation, know-how, and opportunity to start running and keep running for life. NYRR's premier event, the famed TCS New York City Marathon, attracts the world's top pro runners and committed amateurs alike while also raising millions of dollars annually for charity and driving economic impact for the City.But NYRR is equally committed to the runners of tomorrow, passionately providing youth fitness programs that educate and inspire more than 100,000 kids in underserved communities in New York City, all 50 states, and around the world.Headquartered in New York City, NYRR implements a unique nonprofit model that teams contributed and earned income to make all its efforts possible. To learn more, please visit www.nyrr.org.At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job. We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds. Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply. If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application. We are eager to learn about your experience and skills! You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions.New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.About the DepartmentThe Public Affairs Departmentconsists of NYRR's Media and Public Relations, Government Relations and Community Engagement teams. Media and Public Relationsshare the stories of NYRR participants, events, and programs to drive awareness to NYRR's organization and mission, while also enhancing and protecting the company's reputation. Government Relations & Community Engagement manages NYRR's relationships with local and state elected officials, and governmental agencies, as well as its relationships with community stakeholders, from our runners and clubs to like-minded organizations. Overall, representing NYRR's interests, Public Affairs serves as a centralized bridge and internal partner for the organization and governmental and community partners.About the PositionReporting to the Director of Media and Public Relations, the Media and PR Coordinator will temporarily join the department leading into the TCS New York City Marathon, from June through November. In this role, the Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating media credentials for the TCS New York City Marathon, liaising directly with media across the city, country, and globe. Additionally, the Coordinator will support the department in tracking and reporting media coverage, maintaining and growing media contact lists, and media operations.This is a temporary position, with employment being approximately July through November. This role will be approximately 20-30 hours per week from July to September, and then hours will increase in October and November as the TCS NYC Marathon approaches. Following the TCS NYC Marathon, hours will decrease again to approximately 15 hours per week. Please note that this position is not eligible for company benefits.Job Responsibilities:Serve as main point of contact for media credentials for the TCS New York City Marathon, from the application process through to credential distribution, to ensure all media on-site for the event are accommodated properlyMonitor and track media coverage, clipping, and producing coverage updates and reportsRegularly maintain and update department's media contact lists; research new contacts and outlets via MuckrackAssist with monitoring and providing updates for Media & PR Team's X accountSupport with NYRR's Media Runners program and press operations for the New Balance 5th Avenue Mile and TCS New York City MarathonJob Requirements:Experience in media relations, large-scale events, and/or credentialing preferredBachelor's degree in public relations, communications, or journalism preferred, but not requiredExceptional written and verbal communications skillsStrong project management skillsSelf-motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detailAbility to meet and perform under tight deadlines, think clearly under pressure, and exercise good judgementAbility to respond to media during weekends and evening hours as applicablePassion for NYRR and our missionSalary: $30/hourNYRR requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless approved for a medical or religious exemption.
