Description
The California Exposition & State Fair is seeking a qualified firm to deliver comprehensive press and community‑outreach services for the State Fair (2027‑2029). The contractor will act as the primary public‑relations voice, manage media relations, coordinate community events, and develop crisis‑management plans, while ensuring full on‑site presence during fair days. The scope includes emcee/voice‑over duties, outreach for special programs (Read‑to‑Ride, Fun‑for‑All Day), stakeholder liaison, and mitigation tasks. Minimum qualifications require at least three years of recent fair or large‑festival experience and demonstrated ability to handle simultaneous events, crisis communication, and stakeholder coordination. Proposals must include certifications, references, cost sheet, and civil‑rights compliance, and be submitted electronically by the deadline.
• Provide 100 % on‑site press, community‑outreach, and crisis‑management services for the California State Fair.
• Deliver emcee/voice‑over duties, media‑day coordination, ticket giveaways, and program‑specific outreach.
• Develop and execute crisis‑management strategies, including daily briefings with law‑enforcement and emergency services.
• Must demonstrate ≥3 years recent fair/event PR experience, strong stakeholder relations, and ability to manage multiple concurrent events.