Director, Team Communications & Media Relations

UFL; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Unlimited PTO

Discretionary Bonus

Job summary

UFL is seeking a Director of Team Communications to lead integrated media relations and communications for two markets. The role focuses on shaping football and business narratives, cultivating local media relationships, and collaborating with Marketing, Sponsorship, and Community Relations to grow visibility and fan engagement.

The position requires a strategic leader with Football knowledge, 8+ years in sports/communications, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations or marketing in sports/media.
• Strong relationships with media and proven writing and storytelling abilities.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement football and business communications and media relations strategy.
• Cultivate relationships with local and national media and influencers to drive visibility.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media and other verticals.
• Coordinate media access, press materials, and game day communications across markets.
• Lead community engagement and partner activations to support brand growth.
• Create and distribute press materials, bios, game notes, and media guides.

Skills

Media relations

Strategic communications

Public relations

Leadership

Storytelling

Writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Job description

UFL is seeking a Director of Team Communications to lead integrated media relations and communications for two markets. The role focuses on shaping football and business narratives, cultivating local media relationships, and collaborating with Marketing, Sponsorship, and Community Relations to grow visibility and fan engagement.

The position requires a strategic leader with Football knowledge, 8+ years in sports/communications, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a hybrid