Media & Community Relations Manager
$70,000–$80,000 year
On-siteSan Jose, California, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute local media and community relations strategies aligned with PWHL communications objectives. Serve as the primary media contact, cultivating relationships with print, digital, radio, and television outlets to expand coverage in the San Jose market. Create strategic messaging including player features, press releases, and game notes, while arranging and coordinating interviews for team personnel and players. Coordinate media access for practices, home games, and events, managing accreditation and on-site operations. Collaborate with content teams to deliver high-quality media assets and lead community engagement initiatives such as theme nights and charitable programs. Maintain a strong understanding of the local media landscape while ensuring confidentiality and professionalism across all communications activities. This newly created role is foundational in establishing the team's voice as professional women's hockey launches in San Jose.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years working in sports media relations, public relations, communications, journalism, or related professional experience
- Bachelor's degree in communications, media, sports management, or a related field
- Proven experience in media and public relations, including media pitching, relationship building, press operations, and handling sensitive or high-profile communications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams
- Proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office programs
- This position is based in the United States
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
- The PWHL does not provide visa sponsorship for this role
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and non-traditional hours as required by the game and event schedule
- Ability to be on-site at all home games and events
- Frequent attendance at practices and other activities in the San Jose market
- Team travel to away games and events (via bus and air) is required
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in the sports and entertainment industry
- Existing relationships with San Jose / Bay Area media outlets, reporters, and editors
- Strong knowledge of hockey, including the game's structure, terminology, and culture, with the ability to apply that knowledge to media strategy and storytelling
- Experience supporting a launch market, expansion team, or new brand introduction
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