Freelancer, Public Relations

Honolulu, HI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are

We are Tennis! The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the recognized leader in promoting and developing the sports growth on every level in the U.S. The Hawaii Pacific Section is one of 17 geographic Sections of the USTA. Incorporated in 1973 the Hawaii Pacific Section embraces over 7800 individual members and 109 organizational members in Hawaii American Samoa Guam and the Northern addition the Hawaii Pacific Section is further comprised of four Community Tennis Organizations: Kauai Maui East Hawaii & West Hawaii. The Hawaii Pacific Section is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to carrying out the goals of the national association within its region particularly with respect to promoting tennis opportunities for juniors and adults of all abilities and all cultural backgrounds.

Why Work for the USTA

We are a passionate team of staff and volunteers focused on growing the sport of tennis and making it accessible to all. We are committed to removing barriers and creating opportunities for ALL to participate.

The Role

The USTA Hawaii Pacific Inc. (USTA HPI) seeks a qualified Hawaii-based freelance Public Relations (PR) professional to provide strategic communications and media support for our projects and initiatives across the Hawaii Pacific section. The ideal candidate will have experience in sports non-profit and community advocacy PR and a strong understanding of the local media landscape. The primary objective of this engagement is to increase the visibility understanding and support for USTA HPIs programs advocacy efforts and community impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Press Releases & Content Development

Draft edit and distribute compelling press releases announcing new programs tournament results grants community impact initiatives and organizational news.

Develop key messaging and talking points for leadership regarding important organizational milestones and public-facing issues.

Create pitch letters backgrounders and media alerts as needed.

Media Relations

Cultivate and maintain relationships with key local and regional media contacts (print broadcast online) relevant to sports community news education and health/wellness.

Proactively pitch USTA HPI stories initiatives and spokespersons to secure positive coverage.

Coordinate and facilitate media interviews press conferences and photo/video opportunities.

Manage incoming media inquiries and requests for information.

Advocacy Communications

Assist in developing communication strategies to support USTA HPI advocacy efforts related to tennis facility development community access and state/local partnerships.

Craft op-eds letters to the editor and public statements on key policy issues.

Help articulate the economic and social value of tennis and USTA HPI work to government officials and stakeholders.

Advertising & Promotion Support

Collaborate with the USTA HPI marketing team (if applicable) to ensure PR efforts align with paid advertising campaigns.

Assist in writing compelling copy for promotional materials website news sections and organizational newsletters that target external audiences.

Who You Are

Proven experience (3 years) as a PR professional or journalist with a portfolio showcasing successful media relations and content creation.

Deep familiarity with the Hawaii and Pacific region media market; must reside within the Hawaii Pacific section

Excellent written and verbal communication skills including strong editing and proofreading abilities.

Ability to work independently manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Experience working with non-profit organizations or sports-related entities is a plus.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and your compensation expectations to Ron Romano at:

Required Experience:

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Who We AreWe are Tennis! The United States Tennis Association (USTA) is the national governing body for the sport of tennis and the recognized leader in promoting and developing the sports growth on every level in the U.S. The Hawaii Pacific Section is one of 17 geographic Sections of the USTA. Inco...