Responsibilities

• Lead media relations efforts across trade, business, entertainment, digital, and consumer outlets, including reporter outreach, pitching, briefing materials, and coverage tracking
• Manage day-to-day communications execution while contributing to strategic planning and high-visibility initiatives
• Own major corporate communications moments, including quarterly earnings, external conferences, and other high-visibility initiatives
• Drive global communications programs that advance Mattel’s growth objectives and brand strategy, with a focus on executional excellence across external campaigns
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams across the organization (e.g., Mattel Studios, Mattel Creations, Design & Innovation, Investor Relations, Government Affairs, CPX) and external agency partners
• Navigate a fast-paced, highly matrixed environment, independently driving projects forward while maintaining alignment across stakeholders
• Monitor and synthesize evolving media and communications landscape, proactively identifying trends, opportunities, and potential reputational issues
• Ensure projects are delivered accurately, thoughtfully, and on deadline; manage multiple priorities with high-quality output
• Lead and manage communications execution, including up- and cross-functional collaboration and proactive stakeholder management
• Demonstrate proactive, solutions-oriented communication, sound judgment, and ownership in day-to-day activities