Senior Manager, Player Relations & Media Strategy

Global Sports Jobs Limited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Company 401K contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Paid parental leave

Access to free tickets to baseball and

MLB.TV

Discounts at MLB Store and MLBShop.com

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Onsite/online training and development

Tuition reimbursement

Disability benefits (short term and/or

long term

Life and accidental death insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Major League Baseball in New York seeks a strategic liaison between the executive office and the field to optimise media opportunities for current and former players and to strengthen engagement with the MLB brand. You will build authentic relationships with players, alumni and their representatives, guiding communications and appearances across platforms.

You will work closely with the Player Engagement and Communications teams, supporting initiatives like the Commissioner's Ambassador Program

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of professional experience in public relations, talent management, player relations or sports communications.
• Experience working directly with professional athletes or high-profile public figures is strictly required.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Sports Management or a related field.
• Deep, comprehensive knowledge of Major League Baseball, including history and current storylines.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality.
• Stellar written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel frequently and work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end management of player media appearances aligned with MLB brand guidelines.
• Prepare players for interviews, press conferences and tours with talking points.
• Pitch and secure media placements across print, broadcast, digital and social channels.
• Provide on-site support at player activations and events.
• Build trusted relationships with players, alumni, agents and managers.
• Support alumni initiatives including Commissioner's Ambassador Program.
• Advocate for players' insights to the Commissioner’s office.
• Coordinate player participation in All-Star, Postseason, World Series and international events.

Skills

Public relations

Talent management

Player relations

Sports communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Public Relations/Sports Management

Job description

Major League Baseball in New York seeks a strategic liaison between the executive office and the field to optimise media opportunities for current and former players and to strengthen engagement with the MLB brand. You will build authentic relationships with players, alumni and their representatives, guiding communications and appearances across platforms.

You will work closely with the Player Engagement and Communications teams, supporting initiatives like the Commissioner's Ambassador Program