Athlete Communications Manager (13m FTC)
Core
Shape and drive strategic communications through storytelling, earned media, and influencer relations for Red Bull projects, events, and athletes.
Role type
Senior IC athlete communications manager
Builds
Integrated 360° media plans and compelling media coverage for athletes and events
Domain
Sports marketing and public relations
Required skills
Strategic communications planning, earned media generation, influencer relations, crisis communications, media pitching, stakeholder management, budget oversight, project management
Preferred skills
Experience in sports or action sports (surf, skate, snow, bike), established network in Australian media landscape
Technologies
Editorial tools, PR distribution platforms, social media channels
Responsibilities
Plan and activate communications around Red Bull events and athletes; Generate positive organic conversation through earned media and influencer amplification; Align with stakeholders to develop 360 media plans; Brief and support crisis communications workflow; Turn athlete marketing initiatives into media opportunities; Identify and pitch compelling athlete stories to local media; Build long-term relationships with key media outlets; Manage agencies, freelancers, and media partners; Oversee budgets and reporting