Director of Comms & Public Relations
Los Angeles, CA (On-site)
Posted 1 day ago
Job Summary
Own and execute the Brands & Properties communications strategy across earned and owned channels, aligned with enterprise priorities and standards. Lead media relations and executive visibility while partnering with leadership to amplify stories and integrate enterprise narratives into the business unit.
- Own the communications strategy and ensure cross-channel execution.
- Drive media relations and executive visibility for Brands & Properties.
- Coordinate with enterprise teams to activate broader narratives.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Own and execute the Brands & Properties communications strategy across earned and owned channels, aligned with enterprise priorities and standards.
- Partner with Brands & Properties leadership to identify the stories, expertise, client work and executive perspectives that should be amplified internally and externally.
- Lead media relations for the business unit, including proactive storytelling, media outreach, incoming requests, interview preparation and executive visibility.
- Develop and manage owned communications across relevant channels, including editorial content, executive communications, speaking opportunities, awards and key industry moments.
- Serve as the primary communications partner between Brands & Properties and the centralized Corporate Communications team, ensuring alignment on messaging, timing and execution.
- Surface Brands & Properties stores, work and expertise into broader THE·TEAM communications and identify opportunities for integrated storytelling across the enterprise.
- Work with the corporate communications, marketing, and social media team members to ensure a holistic and consistent storytelling of THE·TEAM.
- Bring relevant enterprise narratives, priorities and initiatives into Brands & Properties and support their activation within the business unit.
- Maintain a forward-looking communications calendar and pipeline of priority stories, moment and opportunities, while tracking activity and outcomes to strengthen future p
Requirements
- 8+ years of proven work in the marketing, advertising, entertainment and/or sports industry securing national earned media coverage.
- Vast media relationships, ideally in sports business, marketing, advertising and entertainment, with national outlets
- Bachelor’s degree preferably in public relations, communications, journalism, etc.
- Strong writing and editing capabilities.
- Knowledge of the global media landscape, including written, broadcast, audio, etc.
- General knowledge of the sports, business, marketing and entertainment worlds.
- Awareness of industry trends.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple priorities and strict deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and highly organized.
- Displays indications of being loyal and trustworthy with the organization and clients.
Preferred
- Agency experience is preferred, but not obligatory.
Benefits
- Professional Development : Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
- Generous Time Off : Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
- Parental Leave : We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
- Retirement Plan : 401k plan including contribution matching.
- Healthcare : Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options.
- Ancillary : Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more
- Commuter Benefits : Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available
Wasserman operates at the epicenter of sports, music, entertainment and culture, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Headquartered in Los Angeles, Wasserman's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit www.teamwass.com. Follow us at https://www.instagram.com/wasserman/ and https://twitter.com/Wasserman. #TeamWass
Salaries
Posted range
$110K/yr – $150K/yr
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- Nov 2022Private Equity























































