Senior Coordinator, Talent Communications

• →Support the day-to-day execution of communications strategies for Excel athlete clients.
• →Draft and edit communications materials including press releases, media pitches, interview briefs and fact sheets.
• →Research and build targeted media lists aligned with athlete initiatives, announcements, charitable efforts, and events.
• →Assist with campaigns through proactive pitching, storytelling, and media outreach.
• →Coordinate logistics and support athlete participation in media tours and press opportunities in New York.
• →Develop player biographies that integrate career highlights and statistics.
• →Pitch athletes for earned media opportunities across sports, lifestyle, entertainment, and philanthropic outlets.
• →Provide operational support including interview tracking, coverage monitoring, and shared calendar coordination.
• →Under senior team guidance, manage inbound media inquiries and assist with proactive announcement planning.
• →Build and maintain strong working relationships with media contacts and influencers.
• →Conduct daily media monitoring reports

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, sports management, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of internship or full-time experience in the communications department of a sports league, professional or college sports team, or the sports division of a PR agency preferred.
• Proven track record of ability to pitch and secure media coverage across all types of media.
• Media relationships commensurate with experience.

• Strong knowledge of professional sports, especially basketball, football, and baseball.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling ability.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment. 

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