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Volunteer: PR & Media Relations Lead
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- Hong Kong
- Work type
- Remote
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What We Need
Hong Kong Creative Open Technology Association (HKCOTA) is a non-profit tax-exempt organization / charity (Reg.# 91/13580) in Hong Kong founded in 2014. The aim of the HKCOTA is to promote Open Standards, Free and Open Source Software, Open Hardware, Free Culture Works, Open Content and Creative Commons.PyCon Hong Kong (PyCon HK) is the premier Python conference in Hong Kong, co-organized by the Hong Kong Creative Open Technology Association (HKCOTA), Open Source Hong Kong (OSHK), and the Hong Kong Python User Group, uniting Python enthusiasts to share insights and foster collaboration. Among the 50+ PyCons hosted annually worldwide across various cities and countries, PyCon HK proudly stands as a key member.The PyCon HK executive committee comprises a group of experienced elite volunteers from diverse technical backgrounds and various industries. Whether you simply want to volunteer for the greater good or meet people with similar interests, it will definitely be a fun and memorable journey, celebrating the one-of-a-kind 12th year of PyCon HK.
What We Have
We provide past media releases, established media contact records, messaging guidelines, brand assets, and direct support from the core organizing committee.
Why this is important
Effective public relations elevates the visibility of PyCon HK, bringing open-source technology, developer achievements, and community initiatives into the spotlight. By connecting with media outlets across tech and broader business sectors, your work helps attract new attendees, inspire future developers, and amplify the impact of open-source culture in Hong Kong and beyond.
Project Period
21 Oct 2026 - 04 Nov 2026
Location
Remote
Team Project
You’ll be working with other awesome volunteers.
About The Organization
Hong Kong Creative Open Technology Association
https://hkcota.org/
Causes
Education
Community Development
Youth
What We Do
Hong Kong Creative Open Technology Association (HKCOTA) is a non-profit tax-exempt organization / charity (Reg.# 91/13580) in Hong Kong founded in 2014. The aim of the HKCOTA is to promote Open Standards, Free and Open Source Software, Open Hardware, Free Culture Works, Open Content and Creative Commons. 香港開放創意科技協會, 成立於2014年, 是香港政府認可的非牟利教育慈善團體 (Reg.# 91/13580). 成立目的, 為向學生及在職人士, 教育及推廣開放標準, 自由及開放軟體, 開放硬體, 開放資料及共享創意.
What We Need
- A proactive volunteer to lead public relations and media outreach efforts for PyCon HK 2026, raising awareness of the conference across tech media, mainstream press, community blogs, and industry publications
- A flexible workload with tasks assigned weekly based on personal capacity, averaging around 5 hours per week
- Drafting press releases, media advisories, and media kits to highlight conference themes, keynote speakers, and community initiatives
- Researching and contacting journalists, tech editors, media outlets, and community partners across both tech and general industry sectors
- Managing media inquiries, coordinating media passes/interviews during the conference, and tracking press coverage
- Attendance at a 30-minute briefing call and pre-event orientation to align on PyCon HK 2026 key messaging, brand guidelines, and media protocols
Hong Kong Creative Open Technology Association (HKCOTA) is a non-profit tax-exempt organization / charity (Reg.# 91/13580) in Hong Kong founded in 2014. The aim of the HKCOTA is to promote Open Standards, Free and Open Source Software, Open Hardware, Free Culture Works, Open Content and Creative Commons.PyCon Hong Kong (PyCon HK) is the premier Python conference in Hong Kong, co-organized by the Hong Kong Creative Open Technology Association (HKCOTA), Open Source Hong Kong (OSHK), and the Hong Kong Python User Group, uniting Python enthusiasts to share insights and foster collaboration. Among the 50+ PyCons hosted annually worldwide across various cities and countries, PyCon HK proudly stands as a key member.The PyCon HK executive committee comprises a group of experienced elite volunteers from diverse technical backgrounds and various industries. Whether you simply want to volunteer for the greater good or meet people with similar interests, it will definitely be a fun and memorable journey, celebrating the one-of-a-kind 12th year of PyCon HK.
What We Have
We provide past media releases, established media contact records, messaging guidelines, brand assets, and direct support from the core organizing committee.
Why this is important
Effective public relations elevates the visibility of PyCon HK, bringing open-source technology, developer achievements, and community initiatives into the spotlight. By connecting with media outlets across tech and broader business sectors, your work helps attract new attendees, inspire future developers, and amplify the impact of open-source culture in Hong Kong and beyond.
Project Period
21 Oct 2026 - 04 Nov 2026
Location
Remote
Team Project
You’ll be working with other awesome volunteers.
About The Organization
Hong Kong Creative Open Technology Association
https://hkcota.org/
Causes
Education
Community Development
Youth
What We Do
Hong Kong Creative Open Technology Association (HKCOTA) is a non-profit tax-exempt organization / charity (Reg.# 91/13580) in Hong Kong founded in 2014. The aim of the HKCOTA is to promote Open Standards, Free and Open Source Software, Open Hardware, Free Culture Works, Open Content and Creative Commons. 香港開放創意科技協會, 成立於2014年, 是香港政府認可的非牟利教育慈善團體 (Reg.# 91/13580). 成立目的, 為向學生及在職人士, 教育及推廣開放標準, 自由及開放軟體, 開放硬體, 開放資料及共享創意.