Communications Specialist - Nbc Sports

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we’ll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Role Purpose

• To publicize and promote NBC Sports programming, production, partners, and talent in accordance with the company’s overall strategy and brand position.

Responsibilities

• Support NBC Sports Communications department in numerous ways, including writing and distributing press releases, coordinating media interviews, and generating social media posts.
• Contribute to creative publicity opportunities for properties, executives, and talent.
• Work on day-to-day media relations for numerous NBC Sports properties, including the NFL, Big Ten, Premier League, motorsports, horse racing, Olympic sports, and many others.
• Provide coverage for live studio shows and game programs for NFL, Big Ten, motorsports, golf, and other properties creating press releases centered on notable talent quotes.
• Serve as a member of the NBC Sports Communications team and contribute to initiatives, PR campaigns, and events, as needed, including travel.
• Assist with maintaining press lists, scheduling media conference calls and department meetings, and maintaining and updating NBC Sports’ media-dedicated website.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations
• Experience working in Communications, Public Relations and/or Sports industry

Additional Qualifications

• Passion for sports
• Ability to exhibit flexibility, and relationship building skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Must be detail-oriented, focused and organized
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, and high-energy environment, with capability to work within target deadlines
• Must be a self-starter, assertive, enthusiastic and highly motivated
• Must be resourceful and be able to multitask and prioritize
• Must be a team player

Desired Characteristics

• Understanding of TV Sports industry, ratings, and processes a strong plus
• Ability to create social media graphics and Photoshop experience a strong plus
• Experience using CisionPoint a strong plus
• Experience writing press releases a strong plus

Eligibility Requirements

• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Must be willing to work in Stamford, CT
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

Additional Information

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