Golden State Valkyries · 1 week ago
Manager, Communications (GSV)
Oakland, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$87K/yr - $92K/yr
5+ years expGolden State Valkyries is a growing sports and entertainment organization seeking a Manager of Communications. The role involves executing basketball and business communications, cultivating media relationships, and managing storytelling efforts for community initiatives.
Sports
Responsibilities
Write various related media materials including media guides, press releases and other media materials
Assist with talking points/briefings for Valkyries executives for speaking engagements and media interviews
Execute media relations efforts at Valkyries practices, games and other events
Assist with Valkyries credentialling process
Oversee the Valkyries stats, game notes and media guide process
Assist game day PR staff and stats crew at all Valkyries home games
Manage storytelling and pitching efforts for GSV community efforts
Staff GSV talent at various events
Build and maintain positive relationships with local and national sports, news and general assignment media, and WNBA PR staff
Establish and maintain strong working relationships with team broadcast talent
Accompany Valkyries representatives (players, executives, etc.) at special events and public appearances
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, preferably in communications, journalism, public relations, or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of PR/communications, storytelling, project management, and leadership experience in sports, entertainment, or other high-profile industry/company
Experience managing communications budgets
Knowledge of current and emerging communications trends; ability to influence conversation based on knowledge and expertise
Deep understanding of the game of basketball and the team including game day events, statistics and other updates
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to build positive working relationships with clients and peers at all levels within the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication, service, resolution and presentation skills
Ability to balance multiple projects at once in a fast-paced work environment
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
Employer 401K match
Vacation and generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves
Summer Half-Day Fridays
Warriors home tickets
Team store discount and more!
Company
Golden State Valkyries
The Bay's WNBA team, coming in 2025.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase