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About The Position We are looking for a proactive and professional Coordinator to support the public relations initiatives of the NBA G League, the Santa Cruz Warriors, and external events at Kaiser Permanente Arena. In this role you will craft all written communications for the team and develop professional relationships with local media groups throughout Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties. You will work closely with the Manager and Director of Public and Community Relations and the Chief Operating Officer on various business operations and community relations projects.
This is an excellent opportunity to share your expertise while learning more about this growing sports and entertainment organization that values your proactive initiative and dedication!
This is a full-time position located onsite in Santa Cruz, CA.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop all written communications for the Santa Cruz Warriors, including press releases, media advisories and game recaps
- Create and update strategic PR initiatives and tracking responsibilities, including media guides, game notes and post-season guides
- Partner with local media groups to develop story ideas that support the overall SCW business
- Perform game night duties related to the media, scouts and public relations team needs
- Hire and manage part-time game night statistician staff
- Support community relations initiatives, such as donation management and event tracking
- Provide administrative support (i.e., office supply inventory and restock, mail sorting, reports, expense reporting, team building events, calendaring, etc.)
- Attend and work all Santa Cruz Warriors home games and special events
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- 1-2 years of experience in public/media relations, preferably within the entertainment industry
- Excellent written and verbal communication, service and resolution skills; strong attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication, service and resolution skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with partners and peers at all levels within the organization
- Ability to balance multiple projects at once in a fast-paced work environment
Time Commitment
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and some holidays according to event and game schedule
- Occasional travel
Compensation
- $20.00 per hour + Bonus
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
- Employer 401K match
- Vacation, Summer Half-Day Fridays and a generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves
- Warriors home tickets, team store discount and more!
Santa Cruz Warriors is an equal opportunity employer.
We will ensure that qualified applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Want to learn more about who we are and what we value? Visit www.warriors.com/employment
