LT is hiring: Public Relations & Events Manager in Phoenix

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: The Public Relations & Events Manager will play a pivotal role in representing one of the Valleys largest groups of automotive dealerships. The ideal candidate will be well-spoken, highly organized, and well-connected in the Arizona community, bringing strong communication skills, leadership abilities, and a passion for delivering exceptional client experiences.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Event Leadership & Execution: Manage and oversee event planning, staffing, and execution across the Valley, ensuring all details are flawlessly coordinated and aligned with client objectives.Spokesperson Duties: Serve as an on-camera and community-facing representative for clients, delivering key messages with confidence and professionalism.Community Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships within the Arizona community, including local charities, civic groups, and media outlets.Media Relations: Proactively pitch stories and manage press opportunities to secure coverage of client events; coordinate with local news stations and reporters to maximize visibility.Team Management: Lead event teams, vendors, and on-site staff to ensure seamless coordination during client activations.Client Communication: Provide regular updates to clients regarding event progress, media coverage, and community partnerships, addressing challenges with proactive solutions.Project Management: Oversee timelines, deliverables, and budgets to ensure all projects are completed on schedule and within scope.Evening/Weekend Flexibility: Support events outside traditional office hours as needed, ensuring client needs are consistently met.Special Projects: Handle ad-hoc assignments and cross-team collaboration to support the success of both the client and the agency.Reporting Relationship: This position will report to senior leaders within both the Public Relations and Account Services teams, who will provide mentorship, oversight, and support for career development.Required Qualifications:Experience in public relations and/or event management.Community Knowledge: Strong understanding of the full Arizona community, including local charities, cultural organizations, and media outlets (including Hispanic/Latino).Spokesperson Skills: Ability to represent clients confidently on-camera, at events, and in the community.Media Experience: Demonstrated success pitching and managing media coverage for events.Bilingual: Fluency in English and Spanish required.Technical Proficiency: Skilled in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiar with project management tools. Comfort with AI tools is a plus.Flexibility: Willingness to work mornings, evenings and weekends when events require.Accountability & Leadership: Strong sense of responsibility, ability to lead event teams, and commitment to delivering high-quality results.Preferred Qualifications:Education: Bachelors degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or related field preferred or equivalent experience.General automotive sales knowledge.Ability to drive a company vehicle and pull a trailer to events.Proven spokesperson experience with local or national media.Strong social media following.Experience working with diverse communities in the Phoenix metro area, including the Hispanic community.Physical Requirements:Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time during events (up to 810 hours).Ability to lift, carry, and move objects weighing up to 4050 lbs. We foster a collaborative environment where creativity, accountability, and excellence drive everything we do. Joining our team means being part of a company that values growth, community, and client success.