Coordinator, External Communications

Summary

JMI Sports is seeking a driven, detail-oriented communications specialist to join our External Communications and Operations teams. This role is an opportunity for an ambitious, early-career communicator to play a meaningful role in shaping how JMI Sports and its partners show up in the marketplace.

The Coordinator, External Communications will help support the development and execution of integrated communications strategies across earned, owned, and social media channels, working in close collaboration with the Director, External Communications in addition to Athletic Department and brand counterparts. Support will span both JMI Sports’ corporate brand initiatives and strategic property sales partnerships in the sports business space.

The ideal candidate is someone who punches above their weight: a proactive and curious thinker who can advance projects, identify opportunities, and execute with a high attention to detail. This person will work closely with internal sales and operations teams, executive leadership, Athletic Departments and National Governing Body (NGB) partners, as well as brand and agency clients.

This is a full-time position based in New York City, with occasional local and regional travel.

JMI Sports is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking diverse, qualified candidates to join our team. The company offers competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation and 401k plan.

Responsibilities

• Content & Storytelling
• Draft a wide range of communications materials, including press releases, media strategies, pitches, social content, and coverage reports.
• Earned Media
• Aid the development and execution of earned media strategies that support corporate initiatives and property news.
• Support media outreach initiatives, including researching reporters, developing targeted media lists, and conducting outreach.
• Track media coverage, impressions, sentiment, and key takeaways to translate into clear reports for executive leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with national sports, business, advertising, and marketing media, as well as relevant local outlets.
• Build strong working relationships with Athletic Department, NGB, brand, and agency stakeholders to identify and execute communications opportunities.
• Social Media
• Support the development and execution of social content tied to corporate initiatives, partnerships, events, and industry moments.
• Help manage the content pipeline for JMI Sports social media channels, ensuring timely and consistent execution.
• Track coverage, impressions, engagement, sentiment, and other key performance indicators to measure impact.
• Identify trends, timely conversations, and opportunities for JMI Sports and its partners to participate, where relevant.
• Operations & Admin
• Help maintain and manage JMI Sports' content calendar inclusive of earned, owned, and social media moments.
• Participate in internal and external partner calls and meetings, capturing actionable notes and ensuring follow-up items are completed.
• Serve as a day-to-day contact for select announcement communications, as appropriate.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of quality and accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience in communications, public relations, or a related field, preferably at an agency or fast-paced corporate environment.
• Experience in sports, advertising, marketing, or brand communications is preferred, but not required.
• Interest in and working knowledge of college athletics and the broader sports business landscape.
• Client-service mindset and ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and channels.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

About Jmi Sports

JMI Sports is a leading media rights and venue development company that provides management of collegiate multimedia rights, sponsorship sales agency representation, and project management expertise for the development of collegiate and professional sports facilities. The company serves to maximize each client’s economic potential through customized initiatives, from marketing and branding solutions to facility design strategies.

JMI Sports’ signature collegiate multimedia rights partnerships include the University of Kentucky, UCLA, the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Pittsburgh, Harvard University, Columbia University, San Diego State University, University of California at San Diego, University of San Diego, and joint-venture properties at the University of Georgia (with Learfield) and University of Notre Dame (with Legends). JMI Sports also represents multimedia rights for several conferences, including the Ivy League, the Mid-American Conference, the Mountain West Conference, the Patriot League, and the Atlantic 10, and serves as third-party sales representation for premier sports properties, venues, and events including Rupp Arena at Central Bank Center, the Rose Bowl, the Penn Relays, and USA Volleyball.

JMI Sports was founded in 2006 by CEO Erik Judson and technology entrepreneur John Moores, former owner of the San Diego Padres. To learn more, please visit www.jmisports.com.