Coordinator, Public Relations
TKO, Las Vegas, NV, United States
Overview
PR Coordinator location in Las Vegas, NV (with travel required). The PR Coordinator will support the Communications team across UFC, Thrill Sports, and Zuffa Boxing, playing a key role in shaping media coverage, athlete visibility, and corporate events. This role is ideal for a highly organized, creative self‑starter with a passion for sports, storytelling, and fast‑paced environments. Key Responsibilities
Media & Communications
Draft and edit press materials including press releases, media alerts, talking points, athlete bios, and internal communications. Pitch stories and secure media opportunities for a roster of athletes and company events across print, digital, broadcast, and social platforms. Maintain strong relationships with media contacts and assist with ongoing press inquiries.
Athlete & Opportunity Development
Identify and develop outside‑the‑box opportunities for athletes, including activations, major media appearances, brand moments, and non‑traditional storytelling opportunities. Build and maintain an influencer creator list to maximize exposure and engagement across all platforms.
Event & On‑Site Support
Travel regularly to support domestic and international events, including fight weeks and promotional appearances. Assist with fight week schedules and provide operational support across all events as needed. Oversee and execute company events such as Town Halls, employee events, and internal activations in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
Cross‑Brand Support
Support communications efforts primarily for UFC, while also contributing to initiatives for Thrill Sports and Zuffa Boxing. Assist with day‑to‑day operations and special projects across all brands as assigned.
Qualifications
3–5 years of experience in public relations, communications, media relations, or a related field. Strong writing and editing skills with experience creating press materials. Proven ability to pitch and secure media placements. Experience working events and traveling as part of a communications role. Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with athletes, executives, media, and partners. Passion for sports, live events, and storytelling. TKO EEO Statement
TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.
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PR Coordinator location in Las Vegas, NV (with travel required). The PR Coordinator will support the Communications team across UFC, Thrill Sports, and Zuffa Boxing, playing a key role in shaping media coverage, athlete visibility, and corporate events. This role is ideal for a highly organized, creative self‑starter with a passion for sports, storytelling, and fast‑paced environments. Key Responsibilities
Media & Communications
Draft and edit press materials including press releases, media alerts, talking points, athlete bios, and internal communications. Pitch stories and secure media opportunities for a roster of athletes and company events across print, digital, broadcast, and social platforms. Maintain strong relationships with media contacts and assist with ongoing press inquiries.
Athlete & Opportunity Development
Identify and develop outside‑the‑box opportunities for athletes, including activations, major media appearances, brand moments, and non‑traditional storytelling opportunities. Build and maintain an influencer creator list to maximize exposure and engagement across all platforms.
Event & On‑Site Support
Travel regularly to support domestic and international events, including fight weeks and promotional appearances. Assist with fight week schedules and provide operational support across all events as needed. Oversee and execute company events such as Town Halls, employee events, and internal activations in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
Cross‑Brand Support
Support communications efforts primarily for UFC, while also contributing to initiatives for Thrill Sports and Zuffa Boxing. Assist with day‑to‑day operations and special projects across all brands as assigned.
Qualifications
3–5 years of experience in public relations, communications, media relations, or a related field. Strong writing and editing skills with experience creating press materials. Proven ability to pitch and secure media placements. Experience working events and traveling as part of a communications role. Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment. Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with athletes, executives, media, and partners. Passion for sports, live events, and storytelling. TKO EEO Statement
TKO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination in employment. TKO makes employment decisions based on merit and qualifications, without considering an employee’s or applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under federal, state or local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the Company has facilities. TKO also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state or local laws. For information about Privacy and Information Security for TKO employment candidates, please review our Privacy Policy. For information regarding Terms of Use for this and other TKO websites, please review our Terms of Use.
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