Director, Communications

United Talent Agency•Los Angeles, CA

9d•$150,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

UTA seeks a strategic and action-oriented Director, Communications, to join the team at KLUTCH Sports Group. Part of KLUTCH Sports Group’s business and client-focused communications team reporting to the Vice President, Communications, KLUTCH Sports Group. This role is responsible for developing and executing communications strategies, media relations and earned media, and impactful storytelling for KLUTCH, UTA and its clients. In this role you’ll lead and oversee business and corporate communications, and support client publicity across all sports. Driving strategic priorities, leading cross-departmental teams and partner and client-facing projects, this role is responsible for securing placements and opportunities in news, consumer, business, marketing, lifestyle, entertainment and sports outlets and publications. This role is based in our Beverly Hills, CA office.

Requirements

8-10 years’ experience in public relations, communications, journalism and/or marketing in-house, at an agency or both
Experience working with professional sports leagues, athletes, teams, public figures, brands, agencies and/or media companies
Extensive knowledge of and proficiency in media relations, business/corporate communications, internal communications, and crisis communications
Experience collaborating with multiple partners on high-profile events, campaigns, and public announcements
Excellent professional writing and editing skills, and ability to communicate efficiently and clearly when public speaking, presenting and pitching
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills; resourcefulness and the ability to handle high-pressure situations with poise and professionalism and confidence while operating in service-oriented and client-facing environments
Highly proficient in creating holistic campaigns, securing national stories and news items across television, print and online media, and maintaining and building relationships with a variety of national journalists, sports, business and trade media, and producers and bookers
Detail-oriented, creative, curious and organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage projects and collaborate with clients, public figures and key stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with people from a range of diverse backgrounds, work styles and cultures
Demonstrated computer and digital proficiency (MS Office, BOX, Canva, Google apps, etc.) and fluency in most social media platforms and PR tools (Cision, Muckrack, etc.)

Responsibilities

Creates and executes comprehensive media strategies to promote and drive awareness of KLUTCH’s global partnerships, brand advisory, and data and insights practices.
Leads global football communications, and supports WNBA, NIL, NFL and NBA clients, agents and executives year-round.
Oversees and manages corporate, business and internal communications functions including speaking opportunities, lists, awards and related submissions, and secures premium opportunities and placements for KLUTCH/UTA executives, agents and employees to drive agency-wide business goals, and increase awareness of KLUTCH/UTA announcements, events and partnerships.
Works closely with KLUTCH/UTA leadership, executives and agents to craft holistic messaging and drive targeted narratives internally and externally.
Manages and supports the work of junior colleagues across departments and leads the creation of pitches, press releases, media advisories, newsletters, memos, talking points, social copy, and any other internal and external messaging.
Serves as a spokesperson and representative for KLUTCH/UTA and leads media relations efforts for marquee entertainment and sporting events, including community events, draft events, all-star events, red carpets, awards shows, media days, conferences, and more to drive storytelling for KLUTCH/UTA clients and partners.
Refines and manages communications department systems and processes for media monitoring, media training, amplification strategies, content creation and templates and digital assets.