Coordinator - Football Communications at Carolina Panthers

Position:                                  Football Communications Coordinator Department:                          Communications Reporting Relationship:     Reports to Vice President of Communications Status:                                      Full-time (Exempt) Position Summary As part of the Carolina Panthers football communications department, the football communications coordinator works closely on the day-to-day operations of the department. Primary Responsibilities • This position is the primary contributor for the following: • Creation and distribution of game notes packets and statistics to media using the OMG software. • Statistical research projects. • Media availability periods. • Copy editor for internal and external communication from other departments. • Fulfillment of external media and internal departmental requests for players, coaches and staff. • Preparation of coordinators for weekly media availability as well as assistant coaches and players for interviews. • Design, writing, copy editing and production of team’s annual media guide. • Support with the coordination and fulfillment of credential requests for all media – including broadcast partners – attending Panthers home games and with preparation of press box seating chart. • Assist in intern recruitment and selection process. • Supervise gameday staff and coordinate post-game quote transcription for all home games. • Provide communications support for all Panthers games – home and away – and media availabilities. • Establish and maintain a good relationship with local and regional media outlets. • Independently develop and pitch new ideas to increase media coverage. • Assist in coordination of publicity strategy, messaging and issue management. • Transcribe various press conferences and interviews. • Monitor and track media coverage of the Panthers. • Other responsibilities as needed related to Tepper Sports and Entertainment. Minimum Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, sports management or related field. • At least 3 years of experience in sports public relations/communications or related field. • Proficient in Microsoft Office products. • Strong working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop. • Must be willing to travel. • Must be available to work during evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary. • Must pass pre-employment screens Desired Skills • Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with ability to multi-task and collaborate • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Must exhibit professionalism when interacting with staff, members of the media, and players/coaches • Must exhibit professionalism as it relates to budget management and meeting deadlines • Must adapt, with minimal advance notice, to changes in priorities • Must be able to handle confidential, privileged, and/or sensitive information with care and sensitivity. • Must possess excellent organizational skills. • Act as a role model within and outside of Tepper Sports & Entertainment • Excellent oral and written communications skills Physical Requirements • Standing and walking outdoors for extended periods of time • Sitting and working at desk on a computer • Walking throughout the stadium • Lift at least 25 pounds Work Environment This job operates in a professional office environment (mostly office environment, outside in a stadium facility at times which may include inclement weather conditions).  This position may require travel. The Carolina Panthers are an equal opportunity at-will employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.