Corporate Communications Manager

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communications plans that support Sacramento Kings business initiatives, organizational announcements, partnerships, events, and other strategic priorities.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, talking points, executive communications, briefing materials, FAQs, and other internal and external communications.
• Identify compelling story opportunities and proactively pitch local, regional, national, and trade media.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts and respond to incoming media inquiries as appropriate.
• Partner with internal departments to understand business priorities, identify communications opportunities, and develop messaging tailored to appropriate audiences.
• Lead the drafting and coordination of the organization’s internal newsletter and support other internal communications initiatives.
• Coordinate media events, press conferences, announcements, and other communications-related events, including scheduling, timelines, talking points, media outreach, preparation, and on-site execution.
• Maintain current media lists and manage media monitoring, coverage tracking, clips, and reporting.
• Monitor relevant news and industry trends and identify potential communications opportunities or considerations for the organization.
• Track upcoming projects, deadlines, organizational announcements, awards, milestones, and other communications opportunities.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of professional experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations, or a related field required.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with demonstrated experience developing communications materials for internal and external audiences.
• Experience pitching media and building relationships with reporters, editors, and other media contacts.
• Strong understanding of media relations and communications best practices.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to support both strategic communications initiatives and the day-to-day operational needs of the department.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of an organization.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently, anticipate department needs, and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining composure and attention to detail.
• Service-oriented and committed to teamwork, with the ability to tailor communications to different audiences.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
• Sports, entertainment, hospitality, agency, or other fast-paced consumer-facing industry experience is a plus.
• Experience with media monitoring services preferred

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Paid Time Off, plus 11 paid holidays, and Summer Fridays
• Paid parental leave
• Cell phone allowance
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Sacramento Kings home game tickets, concert access, Team Store discounts, parking, and other exclusive team member perks!