Integrated Communications Manager — Soccer Storytelling & Media

TOGETHXR; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KC Current in Kansas City is seeking a Manager, Integrated Communications to shape and amplify the club's player development narrative across KC Current II, Teal Rising programs, and grassroots initiatives.

You will lead media relations, storytelling, content strategy and social media efforts while supporting the broader communications goals of the organization, including First Team and matchday operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 4+ years of professional experience in sports communications, media relations, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
• Experience developing and executing communications strategies and media relations programs.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of media relations, public relations, storytelling, and brand communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated communications strategies for KC Current II, Academy programs, and player development initiatives.
• Identify key messaging and storytelling opportunities that elevate the KC Current ecosystem and reinforce organizational priorities.
• Create compelling narratives featuring players, coaches, staff, and developmental programs to grow awareness and engagement locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Ensure consistency of messaging across earned, owned, and shared communication channels.
• Support communications planning and execution for major organizational announcements, milestones, and initiatives.
• Lead communications operations for KC Current II, including matchdays, training sessions, media availability, and team announcements.
• Coordinate press conferences, post-match media operations, game notes, and statistical resources.
• Support team travel communications logistics and league communication requirements.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Verbal communication

Media relations

Storytelling

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

AP Style

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Journalism/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AP Style

Media monitoring platforms

Job description

KC Current in Kansas City is seeking a Manager, Integrated Communications to shape and amplify the club's player development narrative across KC Current II, Teal Rising programs, and grassroots initiatives.

You will lead media relations, storytelling, content strategy and social media efforts while supporting the broader communications goals of the organization, including First Team and matchday operations.