Stadium Communications Lead – Live Events & Media Relations

Welsh Rugby Union (WRU); Cardiff; Hybride; GBP 32 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is seeking a Principality Stadium Communications Officer in Cardiff. The role focuses on protecting and promoting the stadium as a top venue, working with internal teams and media to spotlight events and operations.

Hybrid work in Cardiff, full-time contract, with a closing date of 29 October 2026. The candidate should have strong communications skills, media relations experience, and a passion for live events.

Qualifications

• Experience in communications, media relations, public relations or a related field.
• A passion for sport, entertainment and live events.
• Understanding of communications measurement and media monitoring.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised, with strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• Ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Lead on media operations at stadium events, including accreditation, media facilities and matchday services.
• Generate media coverage across sports, entertainment, tourism, business and trade publications.
• Build relationships with journalists, broadcasters and industry stakeholders.
• Assist with communications planning for major sporting fixtures, concerts and special events.
• Manage media inquiries and coordinate responses with internal stakeholders.
• Develop and distribute press releases, media advisories, event briefings and reactive statements.
• Monitor traditional, digital and social media coverage; Oversee filming, photography and access requests within the stadium.

Connaissances

Communications

Media relations

Public relations

Description du poste

The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) is seeking a Principality Stadium Communications Officer in Cardiff. The role focuses on protecting and promoting the stadium as a top venue, working with internal teams and media to spotlight events and operations.

Hybrid work in Cardiff, full-time contract, with a closing date of 29 October 2026. The candidate should have strong communications skills, media relations experience, and a passion for live events.