Broadcaster | Full-Time | Santander Arena

The Economic Development Alliance for Brazoria Co; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading venue management group seeks a Broadcaster for the Reading Royals, responsible for public and media relations. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of PR experience, offering competitive pay and benefits. Join a diverse team committed to positive disruption in live entertainment.

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan and matching

Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Public Relations with a pro sports team required.
• Supervisory experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day operations of the Public Relations Department.
• Develop media relations initiatives and promote Reading Royals games.
• Maintain media distribution lists and public relations plans.

Skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Media Relations experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Sports Management, or related field

Job description

Broadcaster | Full-Time | Santander Arena

Oak View Group Location: Reading, PA 19602 Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Non-Remote Posted on: May 23, 2025 Apply at Original Source

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Broadcaster | Full-Time | Santander Arena
Location US-PA-Reading
Job ID 2025-23478
Location Name Santander Arena
Category Public Relations
Type Regular Full-Time
Oak View Group
Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet .
Position Summary
The Broadcaster is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Public Relations Department, which encompasses all facets of public and media relations.
This role pays an annual salary of $44,000 - $50,000.
Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
This position will remain open until August 15, 2025.
Responsibilities
• Work closely with the Director of Marketing to develop media relations initiatives related to the promotion and ticket selling of Reading Royals games
• Serve as Broadcaster for all Reading Royals home games
• Excellent writing skills to contribute to editorial content on the website, souvenir event programs, engagemedia and convey the nuances of Reading Royals hockey and the EC HL
• Aggressively generate fresh, creative story angles and sources to provide to both local and national media across multiple beats (hockey, lifestyle, business, entertainment) on a year-round basis
• Maintain an accurate and timely distribution list of local, regional, and national media (individuals and outlets) and other stakeholders
• Primary liaison with EC HL, national and local media on behalf of the front office, coaching staff, and players for all interview requests
• Create monthly and seasonal public relations plans that encompass player publicity as well as player participation in marketing, ticket sales, ad sales, promotions, and community relations objectives
• Oversee game night public relations effort including game night set-up, distribution of statistical information as well as game notes and interviews
• Oversee production of various publications including Media Guides (pre, regular and post seasons)
• Coordinate all player, Coach and President/GM appearances for all PR, marketing, ticket sales, community relations and promotional events
• Create and coordinate all media and team events
• Schedule, implement and edit of videos, podcasts, event video wrap-ups for distribution to media contacts and other stakeholders throughout the year
• Actively contribute to staff meetings new ideas integrating media relations efforts aimed at increasing both media coverage and ticket sales
• Coordinate and execute press conferences
• Respond to requests for information from the media
• Manage media center and press box during game nights. This includes supplies, coordination of food and beverages , press releases, quotes, press conferences, interview requests and the distribution of information to media and general public . This also includes management of part-time staff and off-ice officials.
• Research and propose new public relations and promotions concepts
• Write and edit a variety of materials, including website content, press releases, video news release stat sheets, press kit information, etc.
• Assist in the development and production of the annual media guide and other materials as assigned
• Update and maintain online media webpage
• Respond to, or direct, media inquiries as appropriate , in a timely fashion
• Proactively pursue national media mentions for the Reading Royals
• All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in communications , Marketing, Sports Management, or another related field required
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Public Relations with a pro sports team required ; supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Media Relations experience
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in the English language required
• Ability to travel and work beyond normal business hours, including nights, weekends and holidays as based on the team schedule
Strengthened by our Differences. United to Make a Difference
At OVG, we understand that to continue positively disrupting the sports and live entertainment industry, we need a diverse team to help us do it. We also believe that inclusivity drives innovation, strengthens our people , improves our service , and raises our excellence . Our success is rooted in creating environments that reflect and celebrate the diverse communities in which we operate and serve, and this is the reason we are committed to amplifying voices from all different backgrounds.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Oak View Group is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to veteran status, uniform service member status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
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