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The starting hourly rate for this position is $25.00 per hour.
The Media & Communications Seasonal Assistant supports the Media & Communications efforts of the Anaheim Ducks under the direction of the Senior Media & Communications Manager. The role assists the department in driving strategic messaging and supporting programs that positively impact the organization, players, and management.
Responsibilities
- Assist in strategic communications plans to generate favorable coverage of the hockey club, community initiatives, players, and management
- Support the department with writing, editing, and distribution of media materials, including media guide, game notes, press releases, media alerts, and fact sheets
- Assist with the coordination and operation of media events, campaigns, and press conferences
- Track, monitor, categorize and share media coverage and daily press clippings
- Set up and maintain the press box and press lounge at Honda Center
- Dissemination of media updates throughout game nights
- Assist in collecting audio/video and transcribing and distributing post-game press conferences and quotes
- Interaction and fulfillment of on-site media requests
- Credential execution and distribution
- Statistical research projects and roster compilation
- Maintain and update media contact lists (print, online, and broadcast)
- Continually work with the Digital Media department to proof content, releases, etc.
- Support communications and marketing efforts of self-promoted events, including lead generation, pitch ideas, and cross-promotional opportunities
- Conduct research and planning for special projects as assigned
- Support department in all administrative needs and assist the Media & Communications staff as requested
- Maintain the AAM and Ducks culture that attracts, retains, and motivates quality personnel
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop)
- Must possess strong organizational skills, self-motivated and creative
- Ability to handle multiple projects at one time, detail-oriented, and work well under pressure
- Knowledge of hockey and NHL landscape desired
- Flexible schedule; able to attend all home games, work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Education – Bachelor’s Degree
Certifications Required – NA
Experience Required – 0-1 Year
Please note that this position is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. “Fully vaccinated” means that the applicant can provide acceptable proof that the applicant has received, at least fourteen (14) days prior to the applicant’s start date, either the final dose of a two-dose COVID-19 vaccine, or a single dose of a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccines must be authorized and/or approved by the FDA. Applicants needing an exemption to this requirement due to medical, disability-related, religious or other protected reasons may request an exemption. The Company will engage in an interactive process to determine if an exemption to this requirement as a reasonable accommodation is appropriate.
This position is on-site
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.