Associate, Communications

The role

This person will execute external and internal communications and media relations for UTA's sports arm and its clients. They will support corporate communications and pitch media coverage across various outlets.

What you will do

• Executes strategies to promote and drive awareness of Sports Group's clients and business areas
• Secures coverage in local and national sports, consumer, entertainment and news media
• Supports Sports Group's internal and corporate communications functions
• Manages award and list submissions, speaking engagements, events and philanthropic opportunities
• Develops department systems and processes including contact databases and company calendars
• Manages interview logistics, tracks media placements, and generates presentations
• Creates and edits pitches, press releases, media advisories, newsletters, memos, talking points, and social copy
• Works with agents, executives, marketing and social teams to craft messaging

Required qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in public relations, communications, professional writing and/or marketing in-house, at an agency, or both
• Experience working with professional sports leagues/teams or leading media brands
• Knowledge of media relations, corporate communications, or sports marketing
• Experience securing local and national stories and news items across television, print and online media
• Experience executing PR strategy in collaboration with sports leagues/teams, brands, agencies or community organizations
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Ability to communicate efficiently and clearly when speaking and writing
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with people from a range of diverse backgrounds, work styles and cultures
• Great problem-solving and organizational skills
• Highly detail-oriented and organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines and coordinate with clients and key stakeholders
• Maintains strong relationships with sports, lifestyle, health & wellness, business, news and entertainment print and digital media outlets
• Demonstrated computer and digital proficiency (MS Office, BOX, Google apps, etc.) and fluency across most social media platforms

Nice to have

• Experience with Muckrack, Cision, Adobe/PhotoShop, and content production or graphic design

Benefits

• Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
• Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
• Competitive programs to support your well-being
• Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow

About the company

UTA is a premier global talent agency built for the future of media and entertainment. The agency represents celebrated artists, creatives, and brands across various industries.