Manager, Communications

Full Time Job
As the Big Ten expands to include Oregon, UCLA, USC, and Washington in 2024, the Big Ten Network (BTN) is searching for a Manager, Communications to join the team in Los Angeles. The Manager, Communications will work cross-departmentally (programming, digital, creative services, event production, research, marketing) to amplify BTN's content, on-air talent, viewership information, and promotional initiatives. This role will also be responsible for crafting written communications for both internal and external audiences while supporting BTN's joint-venture partners in FOX Sports, the Big Ten Conference, and Big Ten Universities.

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with day-to-day communications activities for BTN and the Big Ten Conference, including the integration of Oregon, UCLA, USC, and Washington, as well as press releases, media outreach, B1G+ promotion, social media support, and sport-specific coverage updates
• Manage relationships with university communications and sports information departments, as well as the Big Ten Conference office
• Act as the lead network communications contact for various media day events, including football, men's and women's basketball, and volleyball
• Lead promotional efforts for Big Ten Network Originals programming
• Assist in the network's customer service efforts via BTN's social media platforms
• Support the department's administrative functions, including award nominations, internal memos, distribution of schedules, and processing of invoices

WHAT YOU WILL NEED
• 5+ years of experience working in communications
• Previous experience interacting with media and executives
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to adapt to various environments, possess situational awareness, and consistently prioritize attention to detail
• Superior organizational, critical thinking, and research skills
• Capacity to work non-traditional hours, which will include nights and weekends
• Willingness to travel to Big Ten Conference and School events

NICE TO HAVE BUT NOT A DEALBREAKER
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or a related field or equivalent experience

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Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $73,000.00-98,000.00 annually for California. This role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, various benefits, including medical/dental/vision, insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable plan documents. Benefits for Union represented employees will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
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