Manager of Communications

About this role

• **Position Overview** Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) is seeking a Manager of Communications to assist with the promotion of HSE's business initiatives.
• You will work closely with the Director of Communications on the day-to-day operations, strategies and objectives of the department.
• The ideal candidate will have exceptional writing, editing and organizational skills and a willingness to learn and flourish in a fast-growing, evolving environment.
• Additionally, the candidate will have a creative mindset and approach towards developing publicity campaigns and announcements.
• **Hornets Values** * We operate with the highest level of **integrity**, driven by moral standards that guide us in everything we do.
• * We communicate with full **candor**; openly, honestly, and respectfully with clarity.
• * We work in the spirit of **one team**, committed to one vision, shared values, and an inclusive culture that ensures every person feels valued and respected.
• * We hold ourselves **accountable**, and responsible to raise high levels of expectations of ourselves and our team.
• * We **compete** **at the highest levels** and strive to be the best at everything we do * We act with **resilience** and thrive in the face of challenges bringing others along with us.
• **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** * Promote organization's business initiatives in areas such as corporate social responsibility (CSR), ticket sales, marketing, corporate partnerships, retail and more.
• * Develop, write and edit copy for various organizational platforms to be disseminated both externally and internally, including press releases, media advisories, talking points, marketing and promotional materials, and more.
• * Help establish messaging for organization and individual departments, including specific marketing campaigns.
• * Build, execute and recap publicity plans and campaigns around corporate and business initiatives.
• * Proactively pitch stories to media to increase awareness of organization's business successes and community efforts.
• * Assist with public relations and communications efforts around Spectrum Center, including renovations, F&B offerings and more.
• * Develop creative publicity announcements for various organizational business initiatives * Assist with award nominations.
• * Assist with preparation for media events and interviews.
• * Assist with organization's media monitoring.
• * Assist with Hornets Alumni outreach and engagement opportunities.
• * Respond to media inquiries.
• * Additional duties as assigned.
• **Required Skills, Experience, and Abilities** To perform the job successfully, you will have or demonstrate the following skills and abilities: * Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, sports management, English or related field preferred * Excellent communication skills including writing, editing and verbal; ability to present ideas clearly and concisely * Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail * Knowledge of AP style * Experience with writing, research, editing and transcription * Experience with communicating to various audiences * Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint * Willingness to learn and flourish in a fast-growing, evolving environment * Ability to multi-task and prioritize when given clearly defined goals and objectives * Ability to handle multiple projects with minimal supervision * Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion when privy to sensitive information * Ability to be a flexible and reliable teammate, both within the department and the company as a whole * Ability to present self in professional manner and interact with all levels of the organization and outside stakeholders, ranging from season ticket holders to corporate and community partners to vendors.
• * Ability to work extended hours on occasion, including nights, weekends, and holidays * Ability to attend games and events when necessary **Additional Information** This is a full time benefit eligible position.
• HSE is dedicated to creating and upholding a welcoming environment that celebrates diversity.
• HSE provides valuable benefits and competitive time off policies to help you and your family lead healthy, balanced lives.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
• We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
• All requests for medical or religious accommodations to perform the stated job duties will be considered.
• Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
• For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

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