Public Relations Coordinator

Thrill One is a next-generation content company that lives at the nexus of sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. The parent company of Nitro Circus, Nitrocross, Street League Skateboarding (SLS), and Superjacket Productions (producers of MTV’s “Ridiculousness”), Thrill One is dedicated to creating mind-blowing action sports events and original content throughout the world, fueled by the most daring athletes, talent and brands in thrill-based entertainment. Thrill One also boasts the largest aggregate social audiences in action sports, with over 40 million followers across its multiple brand pages and channels. Each year, Thrill One produces over 50 industry-leading live events across all continents to record-breaking audiences and drives 50% of MTV’s gross ratings. This role provides a chance to be a crucial member of this exciting growth company. More information on Thrill One can be found here: https://thrillone.com/

Thrill One is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Position Summary:

Thrill One is looking for an ambitious, determined, creative and curious Public Relations Coordinator to support Thrill One owned properties – Nitro Circus, Nitrocross, Superjacket Productions and SLS, and partners (e.g. Power Slap), and amplify key messaging through earned media opportunities. This position offers a hands-on, interactive experience in a collaborative environment – it’s an opportunity to push boundaries, be a creative problem-solver, and help shape the world-class, global brands that our fans love.

*** Candidates must include salary requirements with application. Applications without salary requirements will not be considered.***

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Write, edit and distribute communications materials including but not limited to press releases, media advisories, and emails
• Inject a storytelling perspective into communications strategies; identify and craft. stories that personalize and promote Thrill One’s brand portfolio and build our athletes into potential stars
• Thoughtfully and creatively pitch and place stories across local, regional, national, and global audiences to drive event awareness, ticket sales, broadcast tune-in and brand affinity
• Maintain Thrill One Press Portal – archive press assets such as releases, bios, video, photo, FAQ’s and more to make readily available to media
• Develop a Public Relations monthly calendar highlighting communications milestones, key external & internal opportunities and event messaging cadences
• Deliver post-event press reports and recaps utilizing analytics and other reporting metrics for internal and external stakeholders
• Travel to select Thrill One Brand Portfolio events and appearances and manage the following: 
• Pre-event advances, end-of-day reports and post-event recaps
• Athlete PR schedules, messaging 
• Onsite athlete media availability, interviews, etc. 
• Media accreditation
• Liaise with Marketing team to influence holistic planning across campaigns and build off synergies
• Actively participate in creative brainstorm sessions – teamwork makes the dream work
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed
• Learn, take initiative, work hard, test boundaries, be different, and don’t forget to have fun!

Education/Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in PR, communication, business, marketing, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of experience in communications or related field
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain relationships internally and industry-wide
• Experience in media pitching and creating PR plans
• Adept knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Strong organizational and time management skills required
• Ability to collaborate well with other creative professionals to supply top-notch finalized products
• Desire to operate successfully in a fast paced, 24/7 sports environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Energetic and eager to learn with strong ability to multitask in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Note: Occasional travel, and ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays

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