Responsibilities

• Communications Strategy & Storytelling
• Develop and execute integrated communications strategies for KC Current II, Academy programs, and player development initiatives.
• Identify key messaging and storytelling opportunities that elevate the Kansas City Current ecosystem and reinforce organizational priorities.
• Create compelling narratives featuring players, coaches, staff, and developmental programs to grow awareness and engagement locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Ensure consistency of messaging across earned, owned, and shared communication channels.
• Support communications planning and execution for major organizational announcements, milestones, and initiatives.
• Media Relations
• Serve as the primary communications contact for KC Current II.
• Manage day-to-day media relations, including responding to inquiries, coordinating interviews, and facilitating media access.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media advisories, statements, talking points, and other communications materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of professional experience in sports communications, media relations, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
• Experience developing and executing communications strategies and media relations programs.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations, public relations, storytelling, and brand communications.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with media, athletes, coaches, and organizational leaders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and communications technologies.
• Familiarity with media monitoring, reporting platforms, and AP Style.
• Passion for women's sports and the growth of professional soccer.

Preferred

• Professional sports, collegiate athletics, agency, or corporate communications experience.
• Experience serving as a lead communications contact for a team, organization, or major initiative.
• Familiarity with social media strategy and digital content best practices.
• Experience supporting game-day operations, live events, or media operations.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Familiarity with Meltwater or similar media monitoring platforms.
• Established relationships with sports, business, or lifestyle media contacts.