Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate media credentials for local and visiting media, working with G league management and the broader communications team for guidance
• Receive, compile and process credential requests and disseminate media credentials for each game
• Manage home game media logistics including arrivals and check-in, seating assignments, distributing game information and capturing and circulating data and insights helpful to drive coverage
• Partner with the marketing department to support storylines across editorial and owned channels
• Assist in the researching, writing and editing of Coachella Valley Lakers publications and information
• Develop media guides, rosters, player bios, coaches bios, game notes and press releases
• Coordinate production logistics of publications, ensuring the highest standard of creation and presentation while managing sustainability and ease-of-use
• Support development of additional media materials for the Los Angeles Lakers, as directed
• Upload media materials to Coachella Valley Lakers media portal, ensuring flawless and quick distribution
• Attend Coachella Valley Lakers practices to manage internal and external player and coach media requests

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (required) in Communications/ Journalism/ PR (preferred) or related field
• Previous experience: A minimum of two years / seasons of applicable internships or in-field experience working in communications, public relations, media relations or sports
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign and the ability to create and publish
• Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint & SharePoint)
• Detail oriented, self-starter with interest to learn in a fast-paced, high-profile, dynamic environment
• Outstanding organizational skills and elevated standards to plan and execute logistics and experiences flawlessly
• Excellent writing skills with an eye for grammar, spelling, thoughtful story creation and AP style
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact with all levels of the team and league
• Ability and interest to operate at the speed of the 24-hr news cycle
• Proven experience successfully coordinating rapid response efforts