Communications Coordinator

The GRAMMY Museum•Santa Monica, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recording Academy is seeking a Communications Coordinator to join the Communications team. As a music-loving communications professional, you will support the full range of the department's work including media monitoring, reporting, media relations, events, thought leadership, and more. Reporting to the Manager, Communications, you will work across all stages of the communications cycle, from messaging to activation to analysis, contributing broadly to the Academy’s communications efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications, Marketing or related field.
1-2 years' experience in Communications or Public Relations.
Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.
Comfort working with media databases and tracking tools.
Excellent PowerPoint presentation skills.
Strong prioritization, time management, and multitasking abilities.
Extreme attention to detail.
Adaptability with the ability to navigate shifting priorities and changing circumstances with ease.
Self-motivation with the ability to solve problems and thrive in a fast-paced team environment.
Collaborative teamwork with the willingness to support on-site event operations, including some evening/weekend work as needed.

Responsibilities

Track, compile, and distribute daily and monthly press coverage reports highlighting the Academy brand, flagging inaccuracies or noteworthy coverage as needed.
Maintain and update media lists, including researching new outlets and contacts.
Serve as first point of contact for incoming media requests, conducting initial research and routing to the appropriate team member.
Support corporate communications efforts, including executive talking points, brand messaging, interview briefs, thought leadership, and more.
Partner with members of the communications team on generating press coverage for various events, campaigns, and other organizational initiatives.
Coordinate credentialing, event logistics, and on-site operations during Grammy Week and other year-round events.
Support the review process, drafting, and dissemination of press materials, including press releases and media alerts.
Support scheduling and logistics for media interviews.
Maintain and contribute to the department PR/media editorial calendar.
Utilize department tools including MuckRack, BusinessWire, and Marketing Cloud for press monitoring and materials distribution.
Provide support across the full communications team and assist with special projects within the larger Marketing & Communications Department as needed.