Note: Spanish fluency required (written + spoken). This role requires professional proficiency in Spanish to effectively engage with the Latin community, partners, and audiences.
About Us
Windy City Events Management is all about creating high-energy, culturally rich experiences for the Latino community in Chicago and beyond. We produce music festivals, 5K runs, street festivals, and immersive events where community + culture + great times collide. We’re looking for a savvy PR partner to help us amplify our stories, build media buzz, and make sure our events get the spotlight they deserve.
What You’ll Do
· Craft compelling press releases, media alerts and pitch materials that capture the vibe and purpose of our events.
· Build and maintain media lists—local, regional, national—especially outlets focused on Latino audiences and culture.
· Pitch to journalists, bloggers, social influencers, and event calendars; secure earned coverage.
· Collaborate with our marketing & production teams to align messaging, key visuals, event themes, spokespeople, timing.
· Manage media logistics on-site when events are live (e.g., press check‑in, interviews, photo ops).
· Monitor media coverage, compile post‑event reports (what ran, audience reach, ROI).
· Work proactively: scan trends in Latino culture, music/fitness festivals, community events; propose fresh hooks and story angles.
· Travel as needed (Chicago metro region and other U.S. states where are events are held) and be flexible for event weekends/evenings.
Who You Are
· A PR pro (freelance/contractor) with a strong feel for events, media relations, and storytelling—ideally with festival or live‑event experience.
· Experience and networks working with Latino‑focused media; bilingual is a must.
· Strong writer and communicator with the ability to create meaningful narratives.
· Organized and deadline-driven, comfortable managing fast‑paced event settings.
· Strategic thinker and tactical executor—able to develop stories and pitch them successfully.
· Willing to travel and work occasional evenings and weekends as required by event schedules.
· Independent mindset with team collaboration instincts.
Impact & Opportunity
· Meaningful role supporting cultural celebration through festivals and community events.
· Competitive contractor rate of $60‑$80/hr for qualified talent.
· Flexible work structure including remote work and event‑based travel.
· Opportunity to grow with expanding festivals and large‑scale live events.
