Athlete Communications Manager (12m FTC)
Core
Lead strategic communications and media relations for Red Bull events, projects, and athletes to maximize visibility and engagement through earned media and storytelling.
Role type
Senior IC athlete communications manager
Builds
Integrated 360° media plans and compelling athlete stories
Domain
Sports marketing and media relations
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Strategic communications planning, earned media generation, stakeholder management, crisis communications, media relations, project management, budget oversight
Preferred skills
Experience in sports or action sports (surf, skate, snow, bike), knowledge of Australian media landscape, network of media contacts
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Plan and activate communications around Red Bull events and athletes; Lead athlete media strategy and create integrated media plans; Identify and pitch athlete stories to local media; Manage agencies, freelancers, and media partners; Oversee budgets and reporting; Build relationships with the Marketing team, athletes, partners, and influencers
Seniority
Senior, 5-8 years experience