
Communications Specialist
NBCUniversal, Stamford, CT, United States
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.
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Job Description Role Purpose
To publicize and promote NBC Sports programming, production, partners, and talentin accordance withthe company’s overall strategy and brand position.
Responsibilities
SupportNBCSports Communications department innumerousways, including writing and distributing press releases, coordinating media interviews, and generating social media posts.
Assistwithmaintainingpress lists, scheduling media conferencecallsand department meetings, andmaintainingand updating NBC Sports’ media-dedicated website.
Work on day-to-day media relations fornumerousNBC Sports properties, includingMLB,golf,BigTen,NFL,Premier League, motorsports, horse racing, Olympic sports, and many others.
Serve as a member of the NBC Sports Communications team and contribute to initiatives, PR campaigns, and events, as needed, including travel.
Contribute to creative publicity opportunities for properties, executives, and talent.
Provide coverage for live studio shows and game programs for NFL,MLB,BigTen, motorsports, golf, and other properties creating press releases centered on notable talent quotes.
Qualifications Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations
Experience working in Communications, PublicRelationsand/or Sports industry
Additional Qualifications
Excellent writing skills
Passion for sports
Must be a team player
Must be a self-starter, assertive,enthusiasticand highly motivated
Must be detail-oriented,focusedand organized
Must be resourceful and be able to multitask and prioritize
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability toexhibitflexibility, and relationship building skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, and high-energy environment, with capability to work within target deadlines
Desired Characteristics
Experience writing press releases a strong plus
Understanding of TV Sports industry, ratings, and processes a strong plus
Ability to create social media graphics and Photoshop experience a strong plus
Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
Hybrid: This position has beendesignatedas hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the Stamford, CT office a minimum offourdays per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.
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