Responsibilities

• Partner directly with VP Communications to execute on communication strategy, elevate communications, and support key priorities that further the Sphere experiences in the Las Vegas market.
• Develop and execute ongoing customer-facing communications campaigns to establish a steady drumbeat of coverage on new and ongoing Sphere events and initiatives, and capture attention away from new and emerging competitors.
• Work closely with communications and other counterparts across the company, including in Sphere Studios, marketing, partnerships, corporate events and sales, to support key business goals.
• Conduct strategic media outreach that supports the company’s goals and creates compelling press strategies around key priorities; react and respond to incoming media inquiries and act as company spokesperson when needed.
• Identify and secure opportunities that elevate the profile of the company’s executives in consumer-facing media, including through strategic speaking engagements and interviews.
• Identify and manage external agencies, when needed, to help drive specific company initiatives.
• Cultivate, maintain and lead a high-performing communications team.
• Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

Requirements

• 7 to 10 years relevant public relations and media experience with strong media relationships at top-tier outlets and organizations across entertainment, marketing, and lifestyle sectors.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence working with executives in high pressure settings, and under tight and unexpected deadlines.
• Expertise in guiding senior leaders through communications strategic plans, announcements, and crisis management.
• Strategic thinker with the acumen to align key issues across the business.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle many projects at once.
• Proficient in the development of integrated communications plans as well as crisis communications.
• Experience working on a team in a matrix organization.
• Experience leading and managing outside consultants and agencies.
• Based in Burbank, CA with occasional travel.