Community Relations and Events Manager, KSL

Deseret Digital Media

3d•$75,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

KSL Media Group is seeking an experiential marketing leader to drive audience growth, brand performance, and community engagement across its diverse portfolio of business units. The Community Relations and Events Manager will oversee an events team and collaborate with television, radio, podcast, sports, and online marketplaces. This role is crucial for building KSL's brand and audience by fostering external relationships with civic, charitable, and business organizations. The position is hybrid, requiring regular work at the Salt Lake City site, with specific schedules determined by business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Events Management, Experience Marketing, Communications, Community Development or a related field.
5+ years of progressive experience in community relations, events management, external affairs or brand management — preferably within a broadcast media, publishing, or large multi-platform media environment.
2+ years of direct people-management experience at a supervisory level.
Demonstrated success building and managing partnerships with nonprofits, civic organizations, government entities, or corporate sponsors.
Proven track record of serving as an external representative in community-facing settings.
Portfolio of planned and executed events at both large and small scale.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience drafting community-facing content.
Experience leading cross-functional teams.
High emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to represent KSL's values across diverse audiences and settings.
Comfort operating in a fast-paced, news-driven environment where priorities can shift quickly.
Receive, process, and maintain information through oral and/or written communication effectively.
Manual dexterity and fine motor skills to operate computer keys and general office equipment.
Ability to work on a computer for prolonged periods of time.
Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
Lift, move, and carry up to 50 pounds on occasion (especially in event management activities).

Responsibilities

Serve as a representative of KSL at community events, fundraisers, civic meetings, board functions, and industry gatherings, reflecting the company's values and brand with consistency and purpose.
Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with nonprofits, government agencies, educational institutions and business leaders across Utah.
Leverage community relationships to create partnership opportunities, co-branded campaigns, and activations that support KSL's marketing and business objectives.
Plan and oversee events to make sure on-site community activations are smooth and reflect KSL marketing objectives and brand values.
Manage event budgets to ensure organizational ROI co-exists with exceptional community experiences.
Coordinate vendor and venue contracts and relationships.
Execute both small community events and large tent-pole events.
Provide post-event reporting and analysis.
Provide strategic direction, mentorship, and performance management for community relations and event coordinators.
Clearly delineate responsibilities and inspire career growth from the team.
Collaborate cross-functionally with creative directors, marketing managers, and Sales teams to integrate community initiatives into broader campaigns.

Benefits

Robust, affordable medical, dental and vision coverage with no wait period for enrollment
Paid leave for new parents under our Medical Maternity and Parental Leave policies
Opportunities to apply for tuition reimbursement
Paid time off for vacation and sick leave in addition to paid company holidays
401(k) with Company match, fully vested from day one
Paid time off for volunteering
Employer-funded retirement account, fully vested from day one
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
Access to an entire team of free financial planners
Matches on contributions to charitable organizations after one year of service
Continuous growth and development opportunities
Dynamic team culture that values teamwork, having fun, and collaboration