Corporate Communications Manager

Job Summary

Description:

The Corporate Communication Manager should be a strong communicator with a wide array of established Atlanta sports and non-sports media contacts who will proactively pursue off-the-field stories to bolster the awareness of Atlanta Braves, SunTrust Park, and The Battery Atlanta activities. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• A proactive approach to create and pitch stories related to the Braves off-the-field activities, including SunTrust Park and The Battery Atlanta         
• Must have established relationships with a wide array of Atlanta media (especially non-sports media)
• Regularly work with media regarding story content and setting up interviews
• Regularly work with broadcasters with special guests, promotions, etc.
• Writing articles for internal publications
• Ability to organize media with executives/players at special events
• Create internal talking points when needed for executives, staff or player interviews
• Crisis communications experience
• Research media outlets and create specific media lists through Cision subscription for local and outer regional markets
• Strategic and creative pitches for promotional/theme nights/days
• Write press releases and media alerts
• Distribute press releases and media alerts to targeted media outlets
• Manage department trainee
• Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess:

• BA degree in Communications, Journalism or related field
• 7-10 years' experience in a public relations capacity, preferably with an agency background
• Strong experience in public relations writing, pitching, and social media
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive, organized and detail orientated person who can prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong creative writing, editing, and pitching skills
• Proven ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality
• Understanding and appreciation for diverse cultures and an ability to relate well with individuals of diverse backgrounds on all levels within the company
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Working knowledge of Cision preferred
• Ability to work long hours, weekends and occasional holidays
• Must complete a successful Criminal and Credit Background Check