Manager, Communications

NBCUniversal•Universal City, CA

9d•$90,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Communications, serves as a strategic communications partner supporting Universal Entertainment’s corporate communications efforts. Working closely with senior communications leaders and stakeholders across the entertainment portfolio, the role helps shape and execute strategies that elevate the organization’s reputation, business priorities, and executive visibility. The position supports executive communications and media relations, including developing messaging and communications materials, preparing executives for media and public-facing opportunities, building media relationships, and tracking coverage and trends. It also partners with the VP, Communications and teams across Global Communications and the entertainment portfolio to coordinate priorities and integrated communications efforts. The role currently follows a hybrid schedule requiring at least four days per week in the office; the company may change in-office requirements. The position is eligible for company-sponsored benefits and a salary range of $90,000–$110,000, with bonus eligibility.

Requirements

At least 5 years of communications, media relations, public relations, or related experience.
Bachelor’s degree; business, communications, or journalism discipline preferred.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated experience drafting press releases, media statements, talking points, executive remarks, speeches, briefing materials, messaging documents, and other external-facing communications.
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic communications and media engagement strategies that support organizational objectives.
Experience preparing senior executives, organizational leaders, or high-profile principals for media interviews, public appearances, speaking engagements, and other external-facing opportunities.
Solid understanding of the evolving media landscape, including traditional media, digital platforms, social media, podcasts, and emerging communications channels.
Currently requires working from the office a minimum of four days per week under a hybrid schedule.

Nice To Haves

Entertainment, media, studio, agency, or related industry experience is strongly preferred.
Proven media relations and pitching experience, including developing compelling story angles, proactively pitching reporters, securing meaningful media coverage, and managing media inquiries.
Established network of media contacts and strong relationships across relevant markets.
Ability to collaborate effectively in highly matrixed and fast-paced environments.
Ability to develop talent and contribute to a strong team culture.
Exceptional professionalism, confidence, poise, and sophistication when engaging with senior executives, influential stakeholders, and prominent individuals.
Ability to handle sensitive information and confidential matters with discretion, diplomacy, and professionalism.
Adaptability in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly.
Problem-solving skills, creative thinking, and ability to identify practical solutions.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute communications strategies for Entertainment executives in collaboration with the VP, Communications.
Draft talking points, remarks, briefing materials, correspondence, and other communications deliverables.
Translate business priorities, leadership perspectives, and cultural moments into compelling narratives and messaging.
Partner with communications teams across the entertainment portfolio to ensure consistency across the broader NBCUniversal brand and its executives.
Draft, edit, and distribute corporate announcements, press releases, statements, newsletters, and other communications materials.
Support the development and execution of media strategies and opportunities for Entertainment executives.
Develop media pitches, briefing materials, and interview preparation documents.
Build and maintain relationships with reporters, editors, and other external partners.
Track media opportunities, coverage, and emerging trends to inform future planning.
Support strategic profile-building efforts for members of the Chairman’s leadership team and other key executives, as assigned.
Help the VP, Communications manage priorities, information flow, and follow-through.
Maintain project plans, trackers, and timelines to keep deliverables on track.
Collaborate across Global Communications and internal teams to support integrated communications efforts.
Exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information and high-profile initiatives.