Associate, Communications and Public Affairs

National Football League (NFL); New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Football League (NFL) is seeking a Communications Associate to provide day-to-day communications and administrative support across NFL events, Music & Entertainment, Marketing, and Club Business Development. You will assist with media relations, operations, and development of materials to support league priorities.

You will coordinate with internal teams, host city partners, and external stakeholders, deliver press materials, and help manage reviews and approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations
• A team player with the ability to effectively support intra- and cross-departmental activities in public relations.
• Excellent knowledge of current events and happenings in public relations, the NFL, general news, entertainment, music, pop culture and sports media, marketing and business.
• Awareness surrounding social media trends and popular content creators.
• A self-starter with strong written and verbal communications skills, excellent organizational skills, research skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and ability to design and develop processes from scratch.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and executing communications and media relations for NFL major events.
• Support publicity efforts for NFL Music & Entertainment initiatives by developing media materials and coordinating interviews.
• Coordinate with internal teams and partner organizations to gather information and track deliverables.
• Provide on-site media operations support at NFL major events including credentialing and press logistics.
• Assist with communications efforts supporting NFL marketing initiatives and creator programs.
• Support Club Business Development communications with clubs and league channels.
• Build relationships with national and local media and respond to routine media requests.
• Craft communications materials including press releases, media guides, pitches and talking points.

Skills

Media relations

Public relations

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

PowerPoint

Job description

The Communications Associate will provide day-to-day communications and administrative support to the Manager, Communications & Public Affairs across NFL Major Events, Music & Entertainment, Marketing and Club Business Development. The role will assist with media relations, media operations, project coordination, and the development of communications materials that support league and club priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the planning and execution of communications and media relations efforts for NFL major events, including Super Bowl, Pro Bowl, NFL Draft, NFL Kickoff and NFL Combine, as well as related events and programming in host markets.
• Support publicity efforts for NFL Music & Entertainment initiatives by developing media materials, conducting research, maintaining media lists and helping coordinate interviews and other press opportunities for NFL executives and artist partners.
• Coordinate with internal teams, host city partners, agencies and other external stakeholders to gather information, track deliverables and help ensure communications materials receive the necessary reviews and approvals.
• Provide on-site media operations support at NFL major events, including credentialing, media check-in, red carpet logistics, press conference logistics, media previews, interview coordination and live broadcast opportunities.
• Assist with communications efforts supporting NFL marketing initiatives, including brand campaigns, executive speaking opportunities/panels, creator programs, influencer partnerships and Latino marketing initiatives.
• Support the Club Business Development teams priorities by helping coordinate communications with NFL clubs, collecting updates, and identifying opportunities to elevate club initiatives through national media and league channels.
• Build and maintain relationships with national and local media, respond to routine media requests and support proactive outreach designed to generate positive coverage of NFL events, programs and business initiatives.
• Craft communications materials including press releases, media guides, pitches and executive talking points.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, media relations
• A team player with the ability to effectively support intra- and cross-departmental activities in public relations.
• Excellent knowledge of current events and happenings in public relations, the NFL, general news, entertainment, music, pop culture and sports media, marketing and business.
• Awareness surrounding social media trends and popular content creators.
• A self-starter with strong written and verbal communications skills, excellent organizational skills, research skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding attention to detail and ability to design and develop processes from scratch.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint.

Other Key Attributes / Characteristics

• Must demonstrate strong initiative and provide clear, concise communication with team members and senior management, and set high standards.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• High moral and ethical standards. Can be relied upon to always act in the best interests of the league.
• Strategic and proactive communications practitioner who will be a hands-on, sleeves-up team player.

Salary / Pay Range

This job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.

Salary $24—$27 USD

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• Employees are required to work minimum of 40 hours per week in the office.
• Travel between 5-10%

Benefits Information: To learn more about our comprehensive benefits offerings, please visit: NFL BENEFITS

No relocation assistance will be provided.

The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Who We Are

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

Who You Are

Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset