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Thrill Sports · 4 days ago

Director, Communications

Las Vegas, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

5+ years exp

Thrill Sports is a next-generation content company at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. They are seeking a strategic and proactive Director of Communications to lead public relations and external communications across their properties, including Power Slap and Nitro Circus.

ContentEventsMedia and EntertainmentSportsSports Leagues and Teams

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive PR and communications strategies that align with business and key initiatives

Lead proactive media outreach, securing high-impact coverage across sports, entertainment, lifestyle, and mainstream outlets

Draft, edit, and distribute press releases, media alerts, talking points, statements, and other external communications

Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, social, partnerships, legal, and events teams to ensure consistent messaging

Oversee communications support for live events, including onsite media relations, press credentialing and interviews

Develop and pitch creative story angles tied to athletes, events, brand initiatives, and cultural moments

Monitor media coverage, sentiment, and industry trends; provide regular reporting and insights to leadership

Manage external PR agencies, freelancers, or consultants as needed

Travel to event locations and represent Thrill Sports onsite with media and partners

Qualification

Public RelationsMedia RelationsWriting SkillsCommunication StrategyInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsProject Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field and five to seven (5–7) years of experience in public relations, communications, or media relations, preferably in sports, entertainment, or lifestyle brands

Proven track record of securing earned media coverage and managing high-profile press opportunities

Exceptional writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences and platforms

Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; confident working with executives, talent, and media

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-moving environment

Willingness to travel and work non-traditional hours around live events