Job Description

COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

CLASSIFICATION: Year-round; Full-time

FLSA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Communications Manager; Director of Marketing & Communications

LOCATION: Park City, UT

TRAVEL: 10-20%

TOTAL COMPENSATION: $48k-$55k, 3% annual bonus potential

BENEFITS: Comprehensive health insurance package; 401k with 3% company match; generous flexible time off; industry perks; access to athlete gym; weekly staff lunch if on-site; hybrid work schedule if on-site (minimum three days in office).

U.S. Ski & Snowboard is seeking a Communications Coordinator with an emphasis on snowboard and freeski communications. This is a full-time, beneficial position eligible for our full benefits package including medical insurance and retirement. For inquiries or help with your application, please email HR@usskiandsnowboard.org.

Summary / Objective

U.S. Ski & Snowboard is seeking a Communications Coordinator to manage internal and external communications to key stakeholders. This person will be self-motivated, organized and a team player, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to think outside of the box.

You’ll work closely with all departments, including Communications, Partnerships, Creative, Events and Foundation teams on internal and external communications across the organization, while overseeing communications with stakeholders, including membership, partners, donors and U.S. Ski & Snowboard fans.

The job will also have an emphasis on snowboarding and freeskiing, with this person serving as the liaison between the public and the U.S. Freeski and U.S. Snowboard Team athletes and staff, while helping to grow awareness of the athletes and the team.

About Us

U.S. Ski & Snowboard (USSS) is committed to leading, encouraging, and supporting athletes in achieving excellence and making the United States of America the Best in the World in Olympic skiing and snowboarding. We are committed to fostering, cultivating and maintaining a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion by creating an environment in which diversity is valued, equity is striven for, and inclusion is embraced.

Roles & Responsibilities

Communications

Development of content to convey U.S. Ski & Snowboard messages to key stakeholder audiences (donors, partners, membership and fans), including newsletters, company and department announcements, event recaps and general news releases
Collaborate with internal Communications/Marketing, Creative, Partnerships, Events, Foundation and Membership teams to develop organizational messages
Create and edit internal communications, speeches, talking points and writing on owned and partnered media outlets
Provide oversight on all company content to ensure adherence to company voice and delivery
Development and deployment of content via email and website
Assist athletes in brand building, self-promotion and increasing personal and team fan base
Educate athletes and staff with skills that support their traditional media, social media and public interaction

Public Relations

Handle inbound media requests and work with athletes, executives and press officers to coordinate interviews and media opportunities
Data management of stakeholder audiences and media lists
Pitch and secure coverage for organization, athletes and events
Track media coverage and conduct reporting
Ensure the dissemination of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard brand through athletes
Provide general support as needed, including at major U.S. Ski & Snowboard events
Work with the media and event organizers on the athletes’ and team’s behalf including distribution of athlete and staff comments, information alerts, audio, photography and video as appropriate to help tell the story
Serve as a liaison between athletes/staff and news media including management of mixed zones and other media areas, as well as other pre-race and post-race opportunities with both media onsite and offsite
Provide support for television broadcasters including host broadcaster, key networks and U.S. Ski & Snowboard production

Content & Social Media

Manage and maintain a content calendar
Develop news information content for each major event including Olympics, World Championships, World Cup, U.S. Grand Prix, X Games and Dew Tour (plus other events on occasion)
Build and maintain athlete biographies throughout the season with complete updates performed each March/April
Manage athlete biography information for FIS and broadcasters
Assist social media team by developing posts, assets and ideas for social channels
Ability to post to social media during events around the world within brand guidelines

Partner & Donor Management

Work with athletes and alpine staff to facilitate sponsor and donor obligations, and work with athletes on forging stronger partnerships with both
Strategize with U.S. Ski & Snowboard commercial partnership teams to create initiatives that will grow awareness within the realm of our partnerships
Manage exposure of partner brands in public areas including finish area, awards podium, photo shoots, etc.
Provide support for U.S. Ski & Snowboard commercial partner and foundation projects

Athlete Management

Manage high-pressure environments, such as finish areas and press conferences
Ensure clear communication from the U.S. Ski & Snowboard management team to athletes/staff and vice-versa
Conduct all work in an atmosphere conducive to athletic excellence

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

RESPONSIBLE TO

The position will be managed by the Communications Manager, while formally reporting to the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Marketing & Communications Director.

Competencies & Experience

Required
- 2+ years of professional communications experience
- Education in Marketing, PR/Communications, English, Advertising, Business or related fields
- Passion and engagement in skiing and snowboarding
- Strong writing skills and understanding of engaging copy
- Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented—able to work on tight deadlines and in a live environment
- Ability to build strong relationships and partnerships with athletes, support staff, and media entities
- Leadership, communication and strong relationship-building skills to effectively work between departments and unite organization and athletes
- Proven writing background
- Positive, upbeat presence with others, including both coworkers and outside contacts
- Self-motivated, easily adaptable, passionate, creative and curious
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment; available for travel and working non-traditional hours
Preferred
Experience with newsletter development
Experience with SalesForce
Knowledge of AP Style
Understanding of digital media, including content and social media
Knowledge of U.S. Ski & Snowboard sports, specifically within freeskiing and snowboarding
Ability to ski or snowboard and love for the outdoors

U.S. SKI AND SNOWBOARD EEO STATEMENT

USSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. USSS's management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.

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