COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

RIVERSPORT FOUNDATION•Oklahoma City, OK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Communications Manager tells the RIVERSPORT story across digital, social, earned media and visual platforms. The role brings together social media, public relations, content creation, photography, video and day-to-day graphic design to increase awareness, participation and engagement while supporting programs, events, memberships, fundraising and organizational initiatives. The manager works within RIVERSPORT’s marketing strategy and brand standards, coordinating messaging across departments, campus programs and external partners while balancing daily execution with proactive monthly, quarterly and annual planning. The position manages digital channels and content calendars; develops written, photographic, video and graphic content; supports media relations and outreach; and provides communications coverage for events and programs. Working with the Senior Director and department leaders, the manager uses channel analytics to assess performance, prepare concise reports and recommend improvements. The role is full-time, salaried and exempt, based at RIVERSPORT in Oklahoma City, and reports to the Senior Director of Marketing, Advertising & Events. Occasional evening and weekend work is required for events and competitions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, graphic design or a related field is preferred.
At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in communications, marketing, public relations or digital media.
Demonstrated experience managing organizational social and digital accounts.
Strong writing, editing, public relations, photography and short-form video production skills.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or comparable creative platforms.
Understanding of integrated communications, audience engagement, email/CRM platforms, website analytics and digital advertising fundamentals.
Ability to interpret communications performance and develop concise reports and actionable recommendations.
Demonstrated strategic thinking, independent judgment and ability to coordinate communications across departments and external partners.
Strong organizational, interpersonal and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
Awareness of evolving communications best practices and industry trends.
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and competitions.

Responsibilities

Manage RIVERSPORT’s digital media channels and content calendar, including creating, scheduling and publishing content.
Produce and edit photography, short-form video and digital content featuring athletes, programs, events, partners and community impact.
Monitor social engagement, respond to or route inquiries, track performance and recommend improvements.
Develop coordinated monthly, quarterly and annual content plans aligned with organizational priorities.
Send press releases, media advisories, story pitches and organizational announcements; maintain media relationships and coordinate coverage, interviews and event communications.
Identify RIVERSPORT stories and earned-media opportunities, and support crisis communications, email marketing, newsletters and other outreach.
Build relationships with community organizations, tourism partners, sponsors and stakeholders to identify cross-promotional opportunities.
Develop concise reports, organizational updates and communications materials for leadership and external partners.
Create digital and print graphics, event materials, signage and advertising assets in accordance with brand standards.
Maintain reusable branded templates and organized photography, video and creative asset libraries; coordinate outside creative vendors when needed.
Ensure consistent branding and messaging across departments, programs and organizational communications.
Provide on-site content coverage for major events, competitions and organizational activities.
Coordinate event communications plans with the Events & Competition Manager and program teams; capture and distribute timely event content, results, athlete stories and sponsor recognition.
Support campaigns for memberships, programs, camps, leagues, events and organizational initiatives.
Coordinate with campus teams and partners to identify priorities and cross-promotion opportunities, align communications timelines and support organizational goals.
Collaborate with the Senior Director and department leaders to develop and execute communications plans, review progress and bring forward recommendations and solutions.
Use available social media, email/CRM, website, digital advertising and other channel analytics to evaluate performance and recommend improvements.
Prepare performance summaries, one-page reports and updates that communicate results, insights and recommended next steps.
Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to strengthen cross-promotion, maximize resources and improve communications effectiveness.