Manager of Communications

Charlotte Hornets•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

Hornets Sports & Entertainment (HSE) is seeking a Manager of Communications to assist with the promotion of HSE's business initiatives. You will work closely with the Director of Communications on the day-to-day operations, strategies and objectives of the department. The ideal candidate will have exceptional writing, editing and organizational skills and a willingness to learn and flourish in a fast-growing, evolving environment. Additionally, the candidate will have a creative mindset and approach towards developing publicity campaigns and announcements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, journalism, sports management, English or related field preferred
Excellent communication skills including writing, editing and verbal; ability to present ideas clearly and concisely
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
Knowledge of AP style
Experience with writing, research, editing and transcription
Experience with communicating to various audiences
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Willingness to learn and flourish in a fast-growing, evolving environment
Ability to multi-task and prioritize when given clearly defined goals and objectives
Ability to handle multiple projects with minimal supervision
Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion when privy to sensitive information
Ability to be a flexible and reliable teammate, both within the department and the company as a whole
Ability to present self in professional manner and interact with all levels of the organization and outside stakeholders, ranging from season ticket holders to corporate and community partners to vendors.
Ability to work extended hours on occasion, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Ability to attend games and events when necessary

Responsibilities

Promote organization’s business initiatives in areas such as corporate social responsibility (CSR), ticket sales, marketing, corporate partnerships, retail and more.
Develop, write and edit copy for various organizational platforms to be disseminated both externally and internally, including press releases, media advisories, talking points, marketing and promotional materials, and more.
Help establish messaging for organization and individual departments, including specific marketing campaigns.
Build, execute and recap publicity plans and campaigns around corporate and business initiatives.
Proactively pitch stories to media to increase awareness of organization’s business successes and community efforts.
Assist with public relations and communications efforts around Spectrum Center, including renovations, F&B offerings and more.
Develop creative publicity announcements for various organizational business initiatives
Assist with award nominations.
Assist with preparation for media events and interviews.
Assist with organization’s media monitoring.
Assist with Hornets Alumni outreach and engagement opportunities.
Respond to media inquiries.
Additional duties as assigned.