Head of Communications, Media Relations, Toronto Maple Leafs
Core
Lead all media relations activities and serve as a strategic communications advisor for the Toronto Maple Leafs, managing reputation, crisis response, and executive communications.
Role type
Senior IC Head of Media Relations (Professional Sports)
Builds
Media strategies, crisis response plans, and executive communication programs for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Domain
Professional Sports (NHL)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic communications planning, crisis management, executive advisory, media relations, stakeholder management, team leadership, public relations, writing, presentation skills
Preferred skills
Experience in professional sports, ability to influence senior leadership, knowledge of NHL operations
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop and execute comprehensive media relations strategy; Serve as primary communications advisor to the General Manager and Hockey Operations; Lead a team of media relations professionals; Manage media access for 100+ games and events; Oversee player media training and communications; Lead crisis communications and reputation management; Coordinate with NHL and league stakeholders.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
