Fanatics · 1 day ago
Director, Executive Communications
1 Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA, 94403, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
8+ years expFanatics is a leader in licensed sports merchandise, and they are seeking a Director of Executive Communications to define and deliver impactful communications for their leaders. This role involves crafting messages for the CEO and senior leadership, leading major communication events, and ensuring consistent messaging across various platforms.
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Responsibilities
Shape Executive Messaging: Develop clear, compelling, and authentic communications for the CEO and senior leadership across speeches, memos, all-hands, and key external moments
Lead Town Halls and Live Events: Own the full process for Fanatics Commerce town halls—from content development and creative scripting to production, logistics, and post-event storytelling
Deliver Broadcast-Quality Experiences: Produce and oversee live and streaming event production, ensuring seamless execution, strong visual identity, and an engaging experience for both in-person and remote audiences
Integrate Generative AI in Communication Workflows: Use AI tools to enhance writing, editing, visual design, and production speed—creating dynamic, high-quality content that scales
Partner Across the Business: Collaborate with HR, Brand, Creative, and Operations teams to align executive communications with company strategy, values, and tone
Produce Visual and Video Assets: Create or direct short-form video content, presentation visuals, and other storytelling tools that elevate executive communication
Drive Message Consistency: Ensure leadership communications maintain a unified voice across channels—email, live events, video, intranet, and social platforms
Act as a Trusted Advisor: Provide strategic counsel to executives on message framing, audience connection, and presentation delivery
Anticipate and Adapt: Monitor industry, media, and technology trends to evolve how we engage employees and represent leadership in a fast-moving, digital-first environment
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in executive or corporate communications, preferably supporting C-suite leaders in high-growth, global organizations
Proven experience planning, producing, and executing large-scale live and virtual events such as town halls, leadership summits, or streaming broadcasts
Strong writing, storytelling, and speechwriting skills, with a track record of crafting clear and inspiring executive narratives
Advanced proficiency in using generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini Pro, Midjourney, Runway, Sora, or similar) to enhance writing, design, and video workflows
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with event production platforms and streaming technologies
Deep understanding of social media strategy and executive digital presence, including how to position leaders authentically and effectively across LinkedIn, Instagram, and emerging platforms
Understanding of brand storytelling, internal communications strategy, and audience engagement
Excellent organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple events and deliverables with precision and creativity
Collaborative leadership style with the ability to build trust and work effectively across creative, operational, and executive teams
Confident, composed presence in high-stakes environments and experience coaching executives on delivery and message impact
Benefits
Wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners
Paid maternity paternity leave
Infertility treatment
Flexible time off
Competitive 401k plan
Company
Fanatics
Fanatics is a sports merchandise retailer that manufactures fan gear and jerseys across retail channels. It is a sub-organization of Kynetic.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.9BKey Investors
Clearlake Capital GroupNational Football LeagueAlameda Research
2022-12-06Private Equity· $700M
2022-03-02Private Equity· $1.5B
2022-01-01Series Unknown· $10M
Leadership Team
J
Joseph Bozich
Advisor to Chief Executive Officer
Michael Mahan
CEO
Recent News
Sports Business Journal
2026-01-23
Sports Business Journal
2026-01-23
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