Director, Communications (GSV)

About The Position

The Golden State Valkyries are looking for a Director to play a critical role in the development and execution of both basketball and business communications. In this role, you will cultivate and grow media/press relationships at games, practices and community events, develop key messaging, pitch basketball and business-related story ideas to media, and draft communication plans for key stakeholders, including season ticket members and partners. This position reports to the Senior Vice President, Marketing & Communications.

Come share your expertise with a growing sports and entertainment organization that values your initiative and dedication!

This is a full-time position based onsite in Oakland, CA with time spent in San Francisco for game days, and some travel required for road games.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop Valkyries communications business and basketball PR strategy and tactical plans
• Write and produce all related media materials including media guides, press releases and other media materials
• Write talking points/briefings for Valkyries executives for speaking engagements and media interviews
• Lead media relations efforts at Valkyries practices, games and other events
• Manage Valkyries credentialling process
• Manage game day PR staff and stats crew at all Valkyries home games
• Actively manage, participate and represent the PR department in the Valkyries Player Appearance Committee meetings
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local and national sports, news and general assignment media, and WNBA PR staff; establish and maintain strong working relationships with team broadcast talent
• Accompany Valkyries representatives (players, executives, etc) at special events and public appearances
• Set clear goals and expectations for the team and establish metrics to measure performance and track progress
• Foster an inclusive and innovative work environment, encouraging creativity and collaboration
• Manage communications budgets, allocate resources effectively and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Communications/PR, or equivalent work experience
• 7 years of PR/communications, storytelling, project management, and leadership experience in sports/entertainment or other high-profile industry; 2 years of people management experience
• Experience managing communications budgets
• Knowledge of current and emerging communications trends and being able to influence conversation based on knowledge and expertise
• Deep understanding of the game of basketball and the team including game day events, statistics and other updates
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to build positive working relationships with clients and peers at all levels within the organization
• Excellent written and verbal communication, service, resolution and presentation skills
• Ability to balance multiple projects at once in a fast-paced work environment
  
  

Time Commitment

• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule as evenings and weekend work shifts may be required
• Ability to travel with team to road games
  
  

Compensation

• $105,000 - 111,000 + Bonus
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
• Employer 401K match
• Vacation and generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves
  
  

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Golden State 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