Basketball Communications Lead: Game-Night & Media Relations

Rip City

Tualatin (OR)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

The Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Quarter are seeking a Basketball Communications Manager to shape and execute our basketball communications strategy. You will develop press materials, manage game-night operations, and lead our part-time communications and statistics staff, traveling occasionally to support the team and media engagements.

Ideal candidates bring deep basketball knowledge, exceptional writing and proofreading skills, and strong organizational abilities.

Qualifications

We’re seeking candidates with a degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Sports Management, or a related field.
Demonstrated professional experience in sports communications, public relations, media relations, or related field.
Deep knowledge of basketball and NBA operations with a passion for sports communications.

Responsibilities

Execute basketball communications strategy and day-to-day media relations with the Senior Director.
Develop, write, and distribute press releases, media advisories, and other materials.
Lead all game notes production and manage HoopsOMG.
Oversee game-night basketball communications operations including credentials, materials, hospitality areas, and coordination of responsibilities.
Lead game-night team and statistics staff, including scheduling and development.
Post updates to the Basketball Communications X account.
Build relationships with local and national media; maintain current media lists.