PWHL League Office
Communications Coordinator
PWHL League Office - Entry Level
United States · Canada · Remote
Communications & Public Relations · Media/Public Relations Servicing · Writer/Editorial
$50,000 - $57,000 / year
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About the PWHL
The Professional Women's Hockey League delivers world-class competition and fosters meaningful connections with fans and communities through operational excellence, purposeful partnerships, and a focus on long-term sustainability. We are dedicated to cultivating a workplace and league culture rooted in integrity, innovation, and inclusion — on and off the ice.
Position Summary
To support the league's continued growth, the PWHL is seeking a passionate communications professional to serve as Communications Coordinator, playing a key role in supporting the PWHL's growing communications function with a focus on publicity and business communications. You'll help tell the story of one of the fastest-growing sports leagues in North America through exceptional writing, creative ideation, detailed execution, strong organization, and professionalism across media relations, publicity, and league events. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about growing the game and building a more equitable and inclusive future in the sport. This posting is for a newly created position. The pay range for this position is $50,000 to $57,000 USD/CAD annually.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and execution of communications strategies and storytelling for league and team initiatives across partnerships, marketing, merchandising, ticketing, and league personnel
- Draft and edit communications materials including press releases, media advisories, talking points, bios, and messaging in alignment with PWHL brand standards and AP/CP style
- Support influencer and celebrity relations programming, including identifying creators, pitching, drafting creator briefs, and tracking content
- Track and lead campaign summaries and coverage reporting, providing insights and key learnings for internal stakeholders and league partners
- Cultivate relationships with diverse local and national media outlets to expand audience reach and elevate brand visibility
- Oversee corporate media list and monitor media coverage and trends to capitalize on story opportunities
- Manage department calendars, notable dates, and key deadlines to support communications planning
- Support award nominations and industry recognition submissions to increase visibility for the PWHL and its leadership
- Contribute to media operations for league events, including press conferences, Draft, Awards, and specialty games
- Respond to media requests professionally and promptly, coordinating information fulfillment and interviews as needed
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in communications, journalism, media, sports management, or related field
- Minimum of 1-2 years working in public relations, sports or entertainment media relations, communications, influencer programming, journalism, or related professional experience
- Thorough understanding of public and media relations, including U.S./Canadian media landscapes, targeted pitching, and press operations
- Proficient with computers and MS Office programs
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail for planning, editing, compiling stats, and fact checking
- Ability to travel as needed for games and events
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support the dynamic nature of professional sports
- This position may be based in either the United States or Canada. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in their country of residence on a full-time basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with the PWHL, hockey, and professional sports landscape, including game structure, terminology, and PWHL culture
- Experience and/or strong interest in influencer programming, including identifying new creators across North America
Flexibility & Travel
Candidate must be able to work remotely with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessitated by event schedules and project deadlines. Ability to travel as needed for games and events.
The Professional Women's Hockey League is 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.
The Professional Women's Hockey League is 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.
A background check will be conducted once a successful candidate is identified.
Job Questions:
Why do you want to work at the PWHL?
What aspect of this role are you most drawn to, and why?
What is your experience working with media, and what types of materials have you drafted (press releases, talking points, bios, etc.)?
What is a creative story idea or pitch you've developed that you're proud of? What made it successful?
This role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support games and league events. How does this align with your availability?
Are you fully aligned with the published compensation range for this role and do you understand that it is non-negotiable?
This position may be based in either the United States or Canada. Are you legally authorized to work on a full-time basis in either the United States or Canada without requiring current or future employer-sponsored work visa sponsorship?
