Communications Specialist

Bass Pro Outdoor World; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary benefits

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's is seeking a Communications Specialist to support daily media relations, monitoring, research and internal communications efforts. You will assist with maintaining media lists, drafting statements, coordinating assets and routing requests to team members.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing or a related field and 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing or a related field.
• 1–3 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day media relations activities including maintaining media lists.
• Coordinate fulfillment of media requests and draft statements.
• Conduct daily media monitoring and prepare reports.
• Research outlets, reporters and trends to support proactive pitching.
• Draft and edit press releases, media alerts, talking points and fact sheets.
• Assist internal communications by drafting and distributing updates.
• Maintain communications calendars and contact databases.
• Support crisis and issues management by monitoring coverage.
• Assist with special projects, events and administrative tasks.

Skills

Storytelling

Organized & dependable

Clear communicator

Proactive researcher

Professional judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing or related field

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Communications Specialist supports the communications team in executing daily media relations, research, monitoring and internal communications efforts for Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's. We're seeking an organized and enthusiastic professional who is eager to contribute to communications that inspire everyone to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist with day-to-day media relations activities, including maintaining media lists and tracking incoming media inquiries and requests.
• Coordinate timely fulfillment of media requests by gathering background information, coordinating assets, drafting statements and routing requests to appropriate team members.
• Conduct daily media monitoring across local, regional and national outlets, track coverage and prepare media reports.
• Research media outlets, reporters, industry trends and story opportunities to support proactive pitching and communications planning.
• Assist in drafting and editing communications materials including press releases, media alerts, talking points and fact sheets.
• Assist with internal communications by helping draft, format and distribute internal messages and updates.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to collect information, deadlines and approvals for internal announcements and communications materials.
• Maintain organization of communications calendars, shared folders and contact databases.
• Contribute to crisis and issues management by monitoring coverage, gathering information and escalating items to senior team members as needed.
• Support the communications team with special projects, events and administrative tasks as assigned.
• ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing or a related field.
• 1-3 years professional experience in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism or a related field preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Passionate storyteller - You bring professionalism, energy and enthusiasm to proudly represent Bass Pro Shops and its brands because you genuinely support our mission to inspire everyone to enjoy, love and conserve the great outdoors.
• Organized and dependable - You have strong organizational skills and are comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining close attention to detail.
• Flexible, clear communicator - You partner effectively with a diverse group of professionals and departments. You demonstrate solid writing and editing skills and communicate information clearly, accurately and professionally. You are receptive to feedback, adaptable and committed to strong collaboration across teams.
• Curious and proactive - You take initiative to research reporters, media trends and messaging opportunities.
• Professional judgment - You bring discretion and maturity when handling information, media requests and internal communications. You can stay calm under pressure and collaborate with team members as needed.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

N/A or minimal, as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Regularly performs computer work and sits.Occasionally walks and stands.Seldom/never lifts up to 50 lbs

Full Time Benefits Summary

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Voluntary benefits
• 401k Retirement Savings
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Bass Pro Cares Fund
• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].