Public Relations Lead, Association & Membership

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and proofread press releases, media pitches, scripts, executive talking points, and Q&A documents that clearly and accurately represent the approved strategy.
• Develop and maintain a consistent editorial voice across all earned media materials, ensuring adherence to Associated Press style and PGA of America brand guidelines.
• Prepare and update media kits, fact sheets, bios, and backgrounders to support both proactive outreach and respond to media inquiries.
• Develop and nurture relationships with traditional, new, and non-traditional media outlets, including local, regional, national, and diverse publications, by pitching relevant stories and customizing messaging for each audience and platform.
• Collaborate with teams across the PGA, such as Membership, Governance, Career Services, Education, PGA Sections and REACH Foundation, to identify newsworthy stories and ensure messaging accuracy.
• Manage editorial calendars and deadlines to ensure timely, high-quality content delivery.
• Serve as the primary liaison for internal teams, PGA Sections, and PR agencies—collaborating on strategic plans, generating awareness, securing media coverage, and overseeing the PR hub and calendar for internal news release coordination.
• Collaborate with agencies on monthly and quarterly media coverage reporting, including editing and distributing reports to leadership.
• Partner with Digital and Marketing teams to distribute content, generate awareness, and track engagement across digital platforms.
• Support and coordinate media interviews and speaking opportunities for senior management and leadership.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the PGA of America's strategic plan, golf industry issues, and external opportunities to inform and prioritize PR planning.
• Coordinate interview tracking and Association fact sheets, and support media monitoring and daily distribution of industry headlines to keep stakeholders informed.
• Use wire services, MailChimp, and other PR technologies for distribution and reporting metrics.

Shared Values

Embody the organization's shared values and help ensure the organization's values-based culture thrives by proactively identifying and addressing any shared values challenges and opportunities impacting you and your team. Keep Leadership aware of the pulse of the workforce; recognizing, discussing, and addressing any cultural concerns.

Inclusive Statement

Contribute to a respectful and inclusive team environment by welcoming and respecting others' beliefs, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and individuality to help ensure a supportive and engaging experience for Association Members, partners, customers, and guests. PGA of America respects the uniqueness of each employee and offers everyone the means to find their place and thrive.

Job Knowledge/Technology

• Must have knowledge of national, regional, and local media, gained through experience in public relations or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, providing valuable insight into project timelines and communication needs.
• Proven track record of building and sustaining media contacts.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple writing assignments and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Gmail, Google Drive, Google Sheets, and Google Docs required.
• Basic fluency in artificial intelligence (AI) tools and concepts is also expected, including the ability to use AI to enhance business operations and drive innovation, supporting our mission to better serve Members and stakeholders.