Job Title: Game Night Media Relations Specialist
Department: Hockey – Public Relations
Business Unit: KSE
Location: Denver, CO
Reports To: Senior Manager, Media Relations
Employment Type: Part Time – Hourly – Non-Exempt
Supervisor Position: No
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Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) is an American Sports and Entertainment holding company based in Denver, Colorado. KSE is committed to providing world class sports and entertainment for both live and broadcast audiences. We are the employer of choice as the owner and operator of Ball Arena, DICK’S Sporting Goods Park, the Paramount Theatre, Denver Nuggets (NBA), the Colorado Avalanche (NHL), Colorado Mammoth (NLL), Colorado Rapids (MLS), KIMN,KXKL, KKSE (FM/AM), Altitude Sports & Entertainment, Major League Fishing/Fishing League Worldwide (MLFLW), Winnercomm, Outdoor Sportsman Group and SkyCam.
Nature of Work:
This position provides an opportunity to learn and assist with the game-night operations of the Colorado Avalanche Communications department, as well as work with the hockey operations staff. This role will specifically focus on the topic of media relations and team operations.
Examples of work performed:
- Responsible for the set up and tear down of media booths, press box and media lounge.
- Distribute in-game statistics, notes and postgame booklets to proper personnel.
- Check-in media, staff and player family members into Ball Arena by giving them their game passes.
- Obtain audio from player and head coach interviews and transcribe statements into written quotes.
- Other duties as assigned.
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business needs. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Working Conditions & Physical demands:
- Typical Office Conditions
- Lift 50 lbs. daily
- Work in extreme weather conditions
Qualifications:
- Minimum
- At least 18 years of age
- At least one year of experience in communications or other relevant field.
- High School diploma/GED certification or pursuing one.
- Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to work with deadlines in a fast-paced environment with media, players, coaches and multiple departments.
- Ability to keep information pertaining to team business confidential unless given permission otherwise.
- Good working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software skills.
- Willingness to learn and contribute to team goals.
- Strong professional presence.
- Detail-oriented.
- Accountability.
- Ability to work independently.
- Extensive knowledge of all Microsoft Windows programs.
Compensation:
- Base hourly range $18.81 per hour
Benefits Include:
Equal Employment Opportunity
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
