Business Communications Manager

Manager, Business Communications

Responsibilities:

Support public relations for MLB’s technology initiatives including:

New features for MLB digital consumer products including, but not limited to, the MLB app, Ballpark app, MLB.tv, and video games

Sponsorships and integrations with technology companies

Game distribution through streaming partnerships with platforms that have included YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter

On-field technology including tracking and replay

Publicize technology consumption stemming from MLB digital products, streaming, and ticketing.

Showcase MLB’s technology accomplishments and leadership position in sports through executive interviews, conference and panel participation, awards submissions, and more.

Regularly engage with technology media about MLB initiatives

Support Senior Manager PR efforts around MLB sponsorships, consumer products, and special events

Operate the MLB Communications Twitter account (@MLB_PR) by developing standard practices, instituting a system for content creation, and being a liaison for the MLB Communications staff in creating content around news and announcements.

Create written press materials and talking points around relevant MLB technology initiatives and hot topics.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a Communications or PR related study

3-6 years of experience, preferably in technology or sports

Proven media relationships in the tech/sports tech/sports business areas

Ability to multitask

Calm under pressure

Ability to synthesize complicated tech information and make it easily consumable

Strong knowledge of social media, content creation, and graphic design skills are a plus