BBA Bubbleball is hiring: Public Relations Associate (Freelance Local + National

Public Relations Associate (Freelance Local + National Campaign)

We’re seeking a dynamic, experienced Freelance PR Associate to amplify our visibility—securing local media buzz in San Diego and nationwide media coverage as we build momentum around the FIFA World Cup 2026. You’ll craft narratives, manage media outreach, and shape public perception across traditional and digital channels.

Overview

Company Description: Embark on the Ultimate Adventure in Sports Development! We’re not just organizing sports tournaments at the BBA; we’re crafting an adventure in the evolution of bubbleball in San Diego, with events leading up to and during the FIFA World Cup 2026. We’re building a team of trailblazers ready to shoot for the moon and land on the stars.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic PR plan tailored for local San Diego outlets and national media, including storytelling, press kits, and media pitches.
• Build and nurture contacts with journalists, bloggers, influencers, and media decision-makers relevant to sports, events, community culture, and the World Cup sphere.
• Coordinate interviews, write and distribute press releases, and coach leadership or spokespeople in media engagements.
• Manage social media amplification in collaboration with marketing, ensuring PR coverage is shared and celebrated.
• Monitor and report on PR performance—tracking coverage, media sentiment, and campaign impact.

Qualifications

• Proven PR experience—preferably for sports, events, or community activations.
• Existing local media relationships in San Diego (print, broadcast, digital).
• Strong national media network or proven success in securing national coverage.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and pitch-crafting ability.
• Comfortable with media training and high-energy spokesperson engagement.
• Self-starter with excellent project management—able to juggle multiple deliverables, deadlines, and geographic scopes.

Additional Information

• Type: Freelance / Contract-based
• Location: Primarily remote—but based in or very familiar with San Diego (for local outreach)
• Duration: Starting December 2025 through July 2026
• Compensation: To be negotiated based on deliverables, campaign scope, and experience.

Employment details and other related information listed in the original posting include standard notices. This role is open to candidates who meet the qualifications above and are able to operate effectively in a remote and local outreach capacity.