Location: Frisco, Colorado

Copper Mountain Resort is a vacation destination located 75 miles west of Denver, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Three vibrant, pedestrian-friendly village areas host lodging, retail outlets, restaurants, bars, and family activities. During the winter months, Copper's world-class terrain offers skiing and riding for all ages and abilities. Each summer, the mountain transforms into a playground for hikers, mountain bikers, and anyone seeking a genuine Colorado experience. Copper Mountain Resort is also home to Woodward Copper action-sports camps, programs, and training facility.

Job Title: Communications Coordinator

Job Status: Year Round Full Time

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation: Proposed hiring rate of $2,115.38 to $2,276.92+ biweekly amount, actual pay will be adjusted based on experience.

Benefits: This position is eligible to enroll in company subsidized medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, HSA, life/disability options; season pass for employees/dependents and privileges at several other resorts.  Several discount programs (i.e. food & beverage, retail/rental, tickets, etc.) are also available.   

Job Summary:

The Communications Coordinator will report to and support Copper Mountain’s Communications and Philanthropy Manager to earn favorable coverage that protects and promotes the brand. In addition to knowing the Copper Mountain brand, the person in the position will need to have an understanding of POWDR Adventure Lifestyle Co. to drive high funnel earned media placements for the portfolio.

This role is a vital member of the resort’s Communications and Marketing teams and the POWDR communications team. The Communications Coordinator will focus on driving business for Copper, as well as Company-wide initiatives, and must be familiar with and support an array of different divisions, including but not limited to Woodward, Marketing & Sales, Events & Partnerships, Food & Beverage, Lodging, Ski & Ride School, and Rental/Retail.

As part of the PR strategy, this role is also responsible for obtaining maximum positive positioning for the resort through earned coverage, internal communications and external/stakeholder communications. The position will assist day-to-day efforts including, but not limited to: fulfillment of media requests, media list maintenance, coverage tracking, media hosting, internal and external resort communications and incident management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Supports manager to handle media inquiries, pitch strategic stories, host visiting media, develop key messages, prepare spokespeople for interviews and serve as a liaison between the resort and media

Assist in developing a strategic communications plan that supports both Copper and POWDR business objectives

Develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with media

Work with external partners such as Copper Mountain Resort Association, the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team, Colorado Ski Country USA, Alterra Mountain Co. and Colorado Tourism Office to ensure Copper is well-represented in their respective PR outreach initiatives

Coordinate with resort content producers to secure photos and video for dissemination to local, national and international media

Develop and distribute internal communications

Assist with planning and execution of PR related events

Assist with internal information gathering to help with seasonal prep and messaging

Own PR asset strategy and coordination with resort content producers to secure photos and video for dissemination to local, national and international media

Develop media tools such as press releases, fact sheets, talking points and press kits

Organize logistics for all media visits, including creating an itinerary that showcases the resort and delivers on our key brand messages

Manage and track PR results through reporting metrics that display the value of coverage

Support corporate initiatives such as Play Forever and Woodward

Assist Communications Manager in management of Athlete Sponsorship program

Assist in crisis communication scenarios

Basic administrative duties

On-call availability, including weekends and holidays

Other Duties as Assigned:

This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of POWDR-Copper, the responsibilities of this position may change. The job must be prepared to accept new responsibilities and transfer others.

Functions as an ambassador of Copper Mountain, modeling and sharing the Copper “culture” with our guests and employees.Upholds the most professional image.Continually strives to exceed our guest’s expectations and create memories for our guests and staff.

All Leadership team members are expected to participate in the company’s Front Line Assist program to assist in operations as needed, as well as to participate in Leadership events such as meetings, required trainings, and participating in employee dinners/events

Personal Attributes:

Is honest and has the highest integrity

Is able to handle and manage confidential information

Professional appearance.Adheres to all grooming guidelines

Follows established policies and procedures

Is supportive of Core Values

Sets the example for others and is above reproach

Is comfortable to challenge established policies and procedures, but once established, is supportive of those rules.

Is organized in tasks.Sees projects through to the finish. Has good follow-through and makes it a habit of getting back to people on issues.

Can handle fast paced, potentially high-pressure environment

Is flexible with hours and days of work

Is able to work any hours of the day, any days of the week

Prioritizes and re-prioritizes personal time and work, to maintain life balance

Has a passion for outdoor adventure and the mountain lifestyle

Basic Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry items up to 50 lbs.

Must have a valid US Driver’s License

Due to the sensitive nature of this position, a criminal background check will be conducted after position is

accepted. This background check will be done in accordance with standards enacted under the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Must be at least 18 years old

Preferred Experience and Special Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or Marketing

Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a communications or public relations role

Strong written and verbal communications skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

Ability to work autonomously and follow-through on expected duties in a timely fashion without managerial support

Ability to build internal and external relationships

Advanced skiing/riding ability

Proficiency in media monitoring and analysis tools

Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities

A passion for the outdoors and adventure sports is a plus

POWDR-Copper Mountain, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and that race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/protected veterans or any other applicable status protected by state or local law, are not taken into account in any employment decision. We offer competitive benefits, employee housing, and a unique work atmosphere. All of our job opportunities are located at Copper Mountain Resort in Summit County, Colorado. 90 miles west of Denver, we are situated in the heart of Colorado's playground. All candidates must fill out an application to be considered for employment. This will be posted for a minimum of 3 days or until the position is filled.

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