Coordinator, Sports Communications

Versant3; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Versant is seeking a Sports Communications Coordinator to support publicity initiatives across USA Sports and platforms including USA Network, Golf Channel, CNBC, GolfNow, GolfPass, and Full Swing.

Reporting to the Director of Communications, you will help execute campaigns, manage media relations, coordinate press events, and maintain tools while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, hybrid environment at Stamford, CT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1+ years of professional experience in communications, public relations, publicity, media, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear, accurate, and engaging materials for different audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media platforms and digital communications tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, executives, and external partners.
• Resourcefulness, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to identifying challenges and developing solutions.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Support sports publicity and communications initiatives across Versant's sports programming and digital platforms, including drafting and distributing press materials, programming announcements, media alerts, and promotional content.
• Monitor daily and weekly press coverage, social media conversations, and breaking news related to sports programming and initiatives. Maintain comprehensive media reports, distribute timely updates to key stakeholders, and identify emerging publicity opportunities.
• Coordinate press events and media engagement: Plan and execute press events, interviews, photo shoots, screenings, and special initiatives, ensuring coordination among media, talent, production teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain communications tools and resources: Manage and update media contact lists, editorial calendars, press websites, social media accounts, and other communications resources to ensure accuracy and accessibility.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships: Collaborate with communications colleagues, programming executives, producers, talent representatives, and external media contacts to support consistent messaging and coordinated publicity efforts.
• Drive operational excellence: Provide administrative and project coordination support, including scheduling executive meetings, preparing materials, managing invoices, coordinating screeners and mailers, and tracking deadlines.

Skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Excellent organizational skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Social media familiarity

Interpersonal skills

Resourcefulness

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Opportunity

Versant is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and collaborative Sports Communications Coordinator to support communications and publicity initiatives across USA Sports and Digital Platforms and Ventures, including USA Network, Golf Channel, CNBC, GolfNow, GolfPass, and Full Swing.

Reporting to the Director, Communications, this role will contribute to the execution of strategic communications initiatives that elevate our sports programming, talent, platforms, and brands.

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who thrives in a fast-paced media environment, demonstrates sound judgment, and brings a solutions-oriented approach to managing multiple priorities.

Why This Role Matters

Sports connects audiences through compelling stories, memorable moments, and shared experiences. As a Sports Communications Coordinator, you will help bring those stories to life by supporting media relations, publicity campaigns, press events, and communications operations.

Your work will help strengthen relationships with media partners, increase visibility for Versant's sports portfolio, and ensure our communications teams can respond effectively to emerging opportunities and evolving business priorities.

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from our Stamford, CT office a minimum of three days per week.

What You'll Do

• Support sports publicity and communications initiatives: Coordinate day-to-day communications activities across Versant's sports programming and digital platforms, including drafting and distributing press materials, programming announcements, media alerts, and promotional content.
• Monitor media coverage and industry developments: Track daily and weekly press coverage, social media conversations, and breaking news related to sports programming and initiatives. Maintain comprehensive media reports, distribute timely updates to key stakeholders, and identify emerging publicity opportunities.
• Coordinate press events and media engagement: Support the planning and execution of press events, interviews, photo shoots, screenings, and special initiatives, ensuring seamless coordination among media, talent, production teams, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain communications tools and resources: Manage and update media contact lists, editorial and awards calendars, press websites, social media accounts, and other communications resources to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and operational efficiency.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships: Collaborate with communications colleagues, programming executives, producers, talent representatives, and external media contacts to support consistent messaging, positive media relationships, and coordinated publicity efforts.
• Drive operational excellence: Provide administrative and project coordination support, including scheduling executive meetings, preparing materials, managing invoices, coordinating screeners and mailers, and tracking deadlines to keep communications initiatives moving forward.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 1+ years of professional experience in communications, public relations, publicity, media, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear, accurate, and engaging materials for different audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media platforms and digital communications tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, executives, and external partners.
• Resourcefulness, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to identifying challenges and developing solutions.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in sports publicity, entertainment communications, or a media organization.
• Familiarity with creative design tools and social media content development.
• Knowledge of sports media, golf, and the evolving sports and digital entertainment landscape.
• Experience supporting media events, publicity campaigns, or talent relations.

Why You’ll Love It Here

At Versant, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic portfolio of sports and entertainment brands while developing your communications expertise alongside experienced professionals.

You’ll work in a collaborative environment that values fresh perspectives, continuous learning, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

This role offers exposure to a broad range of communications activities, from media relations and sports publicity to digital storytelling and high-profile events, providing opportunities to build valuable industry relationships and expand your professional skills.

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