Pet Paradise
Communications Associate - Lakewood Ranch
Pet Paradise, Bradenton, Florida, United States, 34205
Communications Associate - Lakewood Ranch
Description
Pet Paradise Resort is seeking an energetic and motivated employee to be responsible for the social media, creative content, and customer communications of the resort.
Starting Rate
$14.50/hour (increase $0.50 after 6 months, additional $0.50 on annual anniversary)
Perks And Benefits
Opportunity for ADVANCEMENT! Eligible for:
Unleashed Leadership Academy
to train for management,
Grooming Academy
to become a Groomer,
STRIVE scholarship programs
to become a Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Practice Manager, and
Canine Training Program
(expanding across many locations).
Complimentary Pet Day Camp – bring your dog to work!
30 Days of Complimentary Pet Boarding (non-holidays)
On-demand pay with DailyPay
Discounted Veterinary Care and Grooming Services (per location)
Dog/Cat Adoption Assistance
Fitness Reimbursement
Paid Time Off (full‑time and part‑time)
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (full‑time)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with added mental health benefit, available to all employees
Essential Functions Of Our Communications Associate
Taking daily pictures and videos of guests; using editing apps (Adobe experience preferred)
Representing Pet Paradise on Facebook and Instagram by posting effective content and monitoring/responding to comments and messages promptly
Following the monthly social media calendar and checklist from the Marketing team
Sending arrival emails and Furever Connected communication emails to pet owners
Writing daily report cards for guests to deliver to pet parents
Supporting resort cleaning, maintenance, and dog handling during downtime
Following procedures and instructions provided by management and using proper dog‑handling techniques
Adhering to Pet Paradise branding standards and using insights to determine effective content timing
Other marketing and communications‑related duties as assigned
Qualifications To Be a Communications Associate
Working toward a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, or a related field
Excellent communication and writing skills; able to compose posts free of grammatical errors
Experience with Facebook and Instagram
GoPro experience preferred
Comfortable with dogs of all sizes; physically able to handle dogs and lift up to 60 lbs
Ability to work under conditions requiring sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing and grasping
Flexible to resort schedule needs including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and peak times
What It Is Like To Work Here
WE ARE PET PEOPLE! Team members ensure that furry friends receive extra loving care and focused attention. Dog boarding is just the start—we also offer resort‑style day camp, grooming, veterinary care, and overnight boarding. Working with pets is rewarding; we provide career development through the Unleashed Leadership Academy and other company‑paid training programs. Pets of employees enjoy complimentary Day Camp, Boarding, and discounted care at all locations.
About Pet Paradise
Pet Paradise is a full‑service pet care destination offering resort‑style day camp and care, professional grooming, low‑stress veterinary care, and overnight boarding. With ten states and more than 60 locations, we are expanding across the U.S.
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Company policy, Federal and State laws forbid discrimination because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation, or National Origin. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Other
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Hospitality
Location & Salary Bradenton, FL | $14.50/hour
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Pet Paradise Resort is seeking an energetic and motivated employee to be responsible for the social media, creative content, and customer communications of the resort.
Starting Rate
$14.50/hour (increase $0.50 after 6 months, additional $0.50 on annual anniversary)
Perks And Benefits
Opportunity for ADVANCEMENT! Eligible for:
Unleashed Leadership Academy
to train for management,
Grooming Academy
to become a Groomer,
STRIVE scholarship programs
to become a Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Practice Manager, and
Canine Training Program
(expanding across many locations).
Complimentary Pet Day Camp – bring your dog to work!
30 Days of Complimentary Pet Boarding (non-holidays)
On-demand pay with DailyPay
Discounted Veterinary Care and Grooming Services (per location)
Dog/Cat Adoption Assistance
Fitness Reimbursement
Paid Time Off (full‑time and part‑time)
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (full‑time)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with added mental health benefit, available to all employees
Essential Functions Of Our Communications Associate
Taking daily pictures and videos of guests; using editing apps (Adobe experience preferred)
Representing Pet Paradise on Facebook and Instagram by posting effective content and monitoring/responding to comments and messages promptly
Following the monthly social media calendar and checklist from the Marketing team
Sending arrival emails and Furever Connected communication emails to pet owners
Writing daily report cards for guests to deliver to pet parents
Supporting resort cleaning, maintenance, and dog handling during downtime
Following procedures and instructions provided by management and using proper dog‑handling techniques
Adhering to Pet Paradise branding standards and using insights to determine effective content timing
Other marketing and communications‑related duties as assigned
Qualifications To Be a Communications Associate
Working toward a degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, or a related field
Excellent communication and writing skills; able to compose posts free of grammatical errors
Experience with Facebook and Instagram
GoPro experience preferred
Comfortable with dogs of all sizes; physically able to handle dogs and lift up to 60 lbs
Ability to work under conditions requiring sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing and grasping
Flexible to resort schedule needs including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and peak times
What It Is Like To Work Here
WE ARE PET PEOPLE! Team members ensure that furry friends receive extra loving care and focused attention. Dog boarding is just the start—we also offer resort‑style day camp, grooming, veterinary care, and overnight boarding. Working with pets is rewarding; we provide career development through the Unleashed Leadership Academy and other company‑paid training programs. Pets of employees enjoy complimentary Day Camp, Boarding, and discounted care at all locations.
About Pet Paradise
Pet Paradise is a full‑service pet care destination offering resort‑style day camp and care, professional grooming, low‑stress veterinary care, and overnight boarding. With ten states and more than 60 locations, we are expanding across the U.S.
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Company policy, Federal and State laws forbid discrimination because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation, or National Origin. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Other
Job function Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
Industries Hospitality
Location & Salary Bradenton, FL | $14.50/hour
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