Vice President, Sports Business
About The Position
BerlinRosen is seeking an experienced communications strategist to join its Sports Business team as an Account Director or Vice President. The role leads daily client relations, plans and executes short- and long-term project deliverables, supports and leads junior staff, and develops communications strategies, pitches and media placements. The position works closely with client leads and staff across the Orchestra network, delegating work to peers and junior staff, advancing strategy with senior leaders, and managing integrated teams that may include digital, influencer, earned media and public affairs strategists. The role is based in BerlinRosen’s New York City office on a hybrid basis, with the Sports Business team working in-office three days per week. The Sports Business practice serves clients throughout the sports ecosystem and collaborates across Orchestra to develop communications strategies that move audiences and shape narratives.
Requirements
- At least 7 years of communications experience, including experience in-house for sports companies, in media or in journalism; public relations agency experience is preferred.
- Deep experience in media relations and a demonstrated interest in professional sports and sports business.
- People-management skills and experience leading diverse and inclusive teams, with the ability to support individual staff members’ professional growth.
- Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to tailor strategies to each client’s history and goals.
- Exceptional client-service skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, excellent editing skills and the ability to adapt presentation style to different audiences.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, work quickly, meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment and maintain close attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Public relations agency experience.
Responsibilities
- Set and advance communications strategies for multiple high-profile clients.
- Manage daily client communications, set expectations, escalate urgent needs and build and maintain strong relationships.
- Lead account teams to ensure work quality, goals and deadlines are met, with strong return on investment.
- Engage and maintain strong relationships with key reporters.
- Write and edit external and internal materials, including press releases, op-eds, fact sheets, talking points, editorial board memos and communications plans.
- Mentor and lead staff through consistent feedback, monitoring results and supporting professional growth.
- Contribute to business development, lead requests for proposals and help cultivate prospective client relationships.
- Coordinate with client leads, internal staff and integrated teams across the Orchestra network.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
