Head of Communications — NWSL Expansion Club

Columbus NWSL 2028; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbus NWSL 2028 seeks a Director, Communications to oversee strategy and media engagement for the expansion club launching in 2028. The role requires building relationships with league, media, and internal stakeholders to shape the club's voice and public messaging.

The position leads the communications team, coordinates with digital channels, and champions growth of women's sports coverage in Columbus and Ohio. On-site in Columbus, Ohio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, journalism, communications or related field.
• At least seven (7) years of leadership communications experience in sports.
• Experience with soccer and/or women's sports preferred.
• Strategic storyteller with a vision for Club-wide communications.
• Strong knowledge of the modern media landscape and digital content.

Responsibilities

• Establish clear strategic objectives across soccer and commercial communications.
• Lead day-to-day Club media operations and staff.
• Counsel the General Manager, Head Coach, executives and stakeholders.
• Publicize on- and off-pitch successes throughout the year.
• Create unique storylines and secure coverage across outlets and platforms.
• Oversee the communications department and develop talent.

Skills

Strategic storytelling

Media relations

Team collaboration

Spokesperson

Spanish language

Education

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

Job description

Columbus NWSL 2028 seeks a Director, Communications to oversee strategy and media engagement for the expansion club launching in 2028. The role requires building relationships with league, media, and internal stakeholders to shape the club's voice and public messaging.

The position leads the communications team, coordinates with digital channels, and champions growth of women's sports coverage in Columbus and Ohio. On-site in Columbus, Ohio.