PRIMARY PURPOSE:
The Media Relations/Community Relations Manager assists the Director of Media Relations in the publicizing of the Las Vegas Aces’ on and off-court activities.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
- Creation of game notes prior to each game
- Writing, distribution and posting of postgame stories
- Writing, distribution and posting of preview stories
- Entering statistical data into excel sheets
- Writing, distribution and posting of press releases
- Maintaining credential database and distribute credentials
- Distributing information packets to visiting teams and national broadcasters
- Set up and oversite of press room/press row
- Updating of team website
- Facilitating interviews with media
- Attending media interviews, community events and other Aces' team events
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- At least 3 years of work experience, or its equivalent, in athletics media relations/community relations at the collegiate or professional level
- College degree in an applicable field
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to communicate in English, in both written and oral forms
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, In Design, Photoshop
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
- Excellent ability to establish rapport with others and the ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
- Possess attention to detail, ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information, and establish and maintain an effective professional working relationship with employees
- Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Evening and weekend work hours
- Some travel required
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
