Associate, Communications
Entry-level Communications role at United Talent Agency. Los Angeles · full-time · $71,000–$75,000 base.
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What you'll do
- You'll promote Sports Group clients and business lines through year-round communications plans
- You'll secure local and national coverage across sports, news, entertainment, consumer and business media
- You'll create executive and company messages while coordinating awards, speaking opportunities, events and philanthropy
- You'll maintain contacts, calendars, interview logistics, coverage records and presentation materials
- You'll write pitches, releases, advisories, newsletters, memos, talking points and social content with agency teams
What you bring
- Bring at least five years in public relations, communications, professional writing or marketing, in-house, agency-side or both
- Bring experience with professional sports leagues or teams or leading media brands, plus media or corporate communications knowledge
- Show success placing local and national stories in television, print and online outlets
- Have delivered PR programs with leagues, teams, brands, agencies or community groups around events, campaigns and announcements
- Communicate clearly, collaborate across varied teams and stay organized under pressure while managing competing deadlines
Who this fits
This suits a communications professional with sports or leading-media experience who can build media relationships, write precisely and manage fast-moving work. You'll work onsite in Beverly Hills, California, support sports clients and internal communications, and report to the Vice President of Communications.
From the employer
UTA seeks an Associate, Communications as part of our Sports Group’s sports and entertainment-focused communications team reporting to the Vice President, Communications. This role is responsible for executing external and internal communications and media relations for UTA’s sports arm and its clients. This position supports all internal and corporate communications and provides day-to-day support for the agency’s clients across all sports and divisions, responsible for pitching and securing media coverage in regional and national news, advertising, business, marketing, lifestyle, entertainment and sports outlets. This role is based in our Beverly Hills, CA office.
The salary range for this role is $71,000 to $75,000 commensurate with experience and skills.
What You Will Do
· Executes strategies to promote and drive awareness of Sports Group’s clients and business areas across all sports year-round
· Secures coverage in local and national sports, consumer, entertainment and news media to drive clients short and long-term goals, and increase awareness of Sports Group announcements, events and partnerships
· Supports Sports Group’s internal and corporate communications functions, responsible for creating executive and company-wide communications, and managing award and list submissions, speaking engagements, events and philanthropic opportunities
· Develop department systems and processes - maintains contact databases and company calendars, manages interview logistics, tracks and clips media placements, generates presentations, and more
· Creates and edits pitches, press releases, media advisories, newsletters, memos, talking points, social copy, and any other internal and external messaging
· Works closely with UTA/Sports Group agents, executives, marketing and social teams to craft messaging, drive targeted narratives and execute impactful audience engagement
What You Will Need
· 5+ years’ experience in public relations, communications, professional writing and/or marketing in-house, at an agency, or both
· Experience working with professional sports leagues/teams or leading media brands, and knowledge of media relations, corporate communications, or sports marketing
· Experience securing local and national stories and news items across television, print and online media
· Experience executing PR strategy in collaboration with sports leagues/teams, brands, agencies or community organizations for events, marketing campaigns, and public announcements.
· Experience with Muckrack, Cision, Adobe/PhotoShop, and content production or graphic design are a plus Strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to communicate efficiently and clearly when speaking and writing
· Strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to communicate efficiently and clearly when speaking and writing
· Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with people from a range of diverse backgrounds, work styles and cultures
· Great problem-solving and organizational skills, resourcefulness and the ability to handle high-pressure situations with poise, professionalism and confidence
· Highly detail-oriented and organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines and coordinate with clients and key stakeholders
· Maintains strong relationships with sports, lifestyle, health & wellness, business, news and entertainment print and digital media outlets
· Demonstrated computer and digital proficiency (MS Office, BOX, Google apps, etc.) and fluency across most social media platforms
What You Will Get
The unique and exciting opportunity to work at one of a leading global entertainment companies
Access to the tools, leadership, and resources you will need to create and drive a center of excellence
The opportunity to do the best work of your career
Work in an inclusive and diverse company culture
Competitive programs to support your well-being
Experience working in a collaborative environment with room to grow
About UTA
UTA is a premier global talent agency built for the future of media and entertainment. The agency's diversified platform and best-in-class, client-first approach is innovative, collaborative, and positioned to lead in an evolving market. UTA represents the most celebrated artists, creatives, and brands, from icons and legends to next-generation talent. Its integrated capabilities span film and television, music, comedy, creators, sports, brands, news, publishing, speakers, theater, and more. It is based in Los Angeles with offices in the U.S., London, and Munich.
For more information: https://www.unitedtalent.com/about/
UTA and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers.
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