Corporate Communications & Publicity Seasonal Assistant

Kansas City Chiefs • Kansas City, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Corporate Communications Department with all internal and external corporate communications, publicity, and media operations efforts across the entire portfolio of businesses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism or a related field.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to relate across ownership, executives, staff, and media.
• Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs and Adobe software.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work under strict deadlines.
• Ability to work home gamedays as well as special events at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
• Willingness to nontraditional hours, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Any relocation fees are the responsibility of the individual.
• All candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S.A.

Nice To Haves

• Previous public relations, corporate communications, or publicity internship experience preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with PR/media monitoring, analysis platforms and media databases, including Meltwater and Cision preferred.
• Knowledge of the National Football League, as well as understanding of NFL media landscape preferred.
• Knowledge of credentialing software solutions including Accredit Solutions, Wicket, Zebra, etc. preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of media plans to promote club programs, campaigns, events, and initiatives across the entire business, including marketing and brand initiatives, Arrowhead Events, community outreach efforts, fan experience and STM communication, internal communications, special projects, and more.
• Assist in the creation of written materials to publicize team initiatives, including but not limited to: press releases, media advisories, talking points, website materials, and contributions to annual media guide.
• Help foster relationships with and pitch non-traditional media outlets, including lifestyle, entertainment, fashion, and sports business outlets.
• Support with media availability at select initiatives, including Community Outreach appearances and special events hosted by Arrowhead Events.
• Assist with gameday storytelling opportunities, media hosting, and other gameday roles.
• Prepare and deliver regular media clippings, as well as develop merchandising, recapping, and analysis for earned media coverage.
• Transcribe press conferences, interviews, and media availabilities as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level