Coordinator, External Communications

NBCUniversal•New York, NY

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

The NBCUniversal Advertising and Partnerships Communications team is looking for a proactive self-starter who’s ready to roll up their sleeves to help advance team priorities and business objectives. You will work to support all our external communications including media relations, executive communications, product communications, and thought leadership. As part of the role, you will assist with media tracking, press pitching, executive briefings, awards submissions, news recaps, executive social media, and more. In addition, you will also manage various administrative functions and operational duties.

Requirements

1+year work experience in communications, media and/or advertising preferred
Some experience working events and supporting high-profile executives
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

Excellent at problem-solving, taking initiative, proactively multi-tasking, and the ability to prioritize with precise attention to detail.
Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams as well as adapt and learn new technology
Comfortable seeking clarification, offering assistance and asking for extra support when needed
Able to manage several projects simultaneously
Demonstrated interest working in advertising sales, media, or a related B2B environment
Passion for communications, social media, events, as well as the advertising, entertainment and tech industry with an interest in pursuing a career in the field
Proven ability to thrive in a very fast-paced environment with a calm and kind demeanor
Positive attitude and a passion for the work and the overall mission + goals of the division and company
Takes feedback in stride and as an opportunity to grow and develop
Ability to exercise a high level of discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information
Highly collaborative and willingness to roll up their sleeves and partner across the organization
Strong writing skills with ability/potential to see the full business picture when creating a narrative
Possess strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization (from Assistant to Chairman)

Responsibilities

Serve as a key member of the Communications team, helping execute external initiatives including implementing comms plans, ideating and executing pitches, supporting executive speaking opportunities, drafting awards submissions, and crafting social copy to amplify comms announcements and initiatives.
Support ongoing press tracking including monitoring major papers, trades, newsletters and online outlets as well as social platforms for relevant NBCUniversal news and industry clips and distribute to multiple audiences including NBCUniversal senior executives, the company’s various communications teams and division-wide Advertising & Partnerships employees.
Regularly research and provide short summaries on timely industry news and developments for the division’s awareness.
Support the team’s Weekly Update email and distribute to members of Communications team and senior NBCUniversal executives.
Aid in the development and growth of our digital communication efforts.
Assist in updating editorial calendars and communications team task management systems, including its AI workflows.
Utilize strong writing skills in a variety of formats with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring all communications are streamlined, accurate, and relevant.
Assist with media relations projects that support the Advertising and Partnerships division’s business objectives.
Develop briefing materials, prep documents, and assist in preparing key executives for public-facing opportunities.
Support our robust executive communications strategy, managing events, speaking engagements & awards deadlines, researching industry opportunities, drafting submissions, pitching speaking opportunities, liaising with key external contacts and organizers.