Senior Coordinator, Media Relations

UNITED STATES SOCCER FEDERATION 1 • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Reporting to the Sr. Director, Media Relations, the Sr. Coordinator, Media Relations, will support the daily operations of U.S. Soccer’s Media Relations team, collaborating across the Federation, particularly with the Marcomms, Advancement, and Commercial teams, to draft communications materials, manage editorial calendars, and monitor media coverage.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer with a solid understanding of media relations tactics, strong organizational and project management skills, and the ability to balance competing deadlines.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field
• 2-3 years of professional experience in communications, public relations, or related field
• Strong understanding of media relations principles and practices
• General knowledge of soccer
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments
• Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission
• Ability to work independently with sound judgment while also collaborating effectively within a team environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook); experience with Adobe, Canva or similar design tools strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in sports, entertainment, or related field
• Ability to work occasionally in the evenings and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of U.S. Soccer’s national and global media relations strategy.
• Prepare pitches and help identify key reporters, editors, and influencers to secure impactful media coverage.
• Maintain internal project tracker and editorial calendar to help plan and track stories, deliverables and deadlines. Provide logistical support to ensure timely execution.
• Partner with the Manager, Media Relations, to coordinate day-to-day media inquiries and responses.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify compelling stories for media.
• Prepare talking points, briefing materials, and press releases in alignment with U.S. Soccer’s messaging framework.
• Draft and distribute press releases, advisories, and media notes in alignment with U.S. Soccer’s communications framework.
• Maintain and update U.S. Soccer’s media contact database.
• Track and measure media coverage to evaluate the effectiveness of outreach efforts.

Benefits

• U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees