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National Football League (NFL) · 3 days ago

Coordinator, Football Communications

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$70K/yr - $80K/yr

1+ years exp

The National Football League (NFL) is seeking a Coordinator for Football Communications to play a pivotal role in media operations at NFL events. This role involves creating strategic football content, managing editorial responsibilities, and coordinating with various stakeholders for media-related activities surrounding key NFL events.

American FootballMedia and EntertainmentSporting GoodsSportsSports Leagues and Teams

Responsibilities

Be a forward-thinking, innovative strategic football communicator, creating compelling content to drive media interest in the game, domestically and internationally

Editorial responsibilities related to football content include writing, editing, fact-checking and proofing all content during the season, including on all NFL gamedays

Work with a variety of stakeholders in a cross-organizational fashion to support media operations activities for NFL tentpole events, including Super Bowl, Pro Bowl Games, Combine, Draft and international games

Play a key role in replicating the NFL’s best-in-class media operations tactics in new markets and stadiums across the globe

Coordinate with club communications staffs on media related activities around NFL tentpole events, including player media availabilities, league-related initiatives and event day operations

Responsible for researching media outlets and determining their legitimacy to receive accreditation to high-profile NFL events, organize credential requests

Assist with analysis, development and testing of SEMS (Special Events Management System), the league’s credential portal

Qualification

Communications degreeAthletic communications experienceCritical thinkingMulti-taskingRelationship-buildingTime managementInterpersonal skillsPositive attitude

Required

Bachelor's degree in a Communications or related field

1-3 years of experience with a league, club or in a collegiate athletic communications role

Innovative and strategic…ability to generate new ideas

Relationship-building skills

Writing and editing skills

Strong grammatical knowledge

Critical thinking skills

Preferred

Ability to multi-task projects and work under pressure

Positive attitude

Strong interpersonal skills

Exceptional time management

Works well with others

Company

National Football League (NFL)

The National Football League is America's most popular sports league, comprised of 32 franchises that compete each year to win the Super Bowl, the world's biggest annual sporting event.

Founded in 1920

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees