Seeking keen and aspiring individuals to be a Public Relations Representative for Vancouver Fashion Week (VFW). Established over a decade ago, VFW has grown to become the most important fashion event on the West Coast. Taking place in November 2011, positions are available for the upcoming Spring/Summer 2012 Fashion Week. Vancouver Fashion Week is an organization that is committed to its employees, and dedicated in growing and improving in every organizational aspect.

The Public Relations Representative will be responsible for assisting with a variety of public relations and communications tasks, including but not limited to:

• Drafting press releases
• Managing external communications
• Developing an overall PR strategy
• Securing foreign and domestic media outlets (existing media partners and new)
• Help with promotion of show and designers in media and communities

The ideal candidates will meet the following requirements:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Fluency in another language preferred but not required
• Strong work ethic and desire to achieve
• Professional attitude
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Strong desire to be an active part of a dynamic, fast-paced work environment