Media and Communications Manager | JackJumpersEnjoy lots of laughs, rewards and a great lifestyle at JackJumpers HQ!Flexible working hours and game day attendance required1 Year contract - Parental leave cover Enjoy lots of laughs, rewards and a great lifestyle at JackJumpers HQ!Flexible working hours and game day attendance required1 Year contract - Parental leave coverAbout the Company:
The Tasmania JackJumpers are one-of-ten basketball clubs that form the National Basketball League (NBL) competition. With an incredible first two seasons and community impact they have established within Tasmania – the JackJumpers the forefront of conversation for basketball around the country and globally.
In everything the JackJumpers do, they represent the state of Tasmania with pride. On the court, in the stands and the community.
About the Opportunity:
As part of a one-year contract for parental cover, the Media and Communications Manager will spearhead all JackJumpers communications and public relations efforts. You'll play a pivotal role in strategy development, driving forward the growth and enhancement of the JackJumpers brand.
Key Responsibilities:
Media and Communications
Develop, implement, and deliver annual communications plans to elevate JackJumpers' profile and storytellingEstablish and nurture collaborative partnerships with key media, agencies, and press influencersPrepare and distribute media releases, articles, and content to secure positive media coverageFoster close ties between the JackJumpers, NBL, and the wider basketball community for cohesive messagingDrive year-round media attention, promoting club activities, memberships, and partnershipsCreate engaging owned media content aligned with the JackJumpers brand, collaborating with Brand, Design, and Content leadsCoordinate media conferences, training visits, post-game requirements, and game night social media activitiesManage media appearances for staff, players, and coaches, ensuring preparedness and positive representationOversee all media and communication content across training, games, partner, and community events, supporting brand integrity and partner relationships Planning and Reporting
Implement measurement systems to evaluate the effectiveness of media and communications strategiesEnsure quality control of all released information to maintain the JackJumpers' reputationProvide regular reports to the Head of Design, Brand & Content, executive team, and BoardPossess excellent written, oral, and presentation skills, along with computer design proficiencyDemonstrate hands-on experience in developing and executing communication plans and campaignsExercise sound judgment, initiative, adaptability, and resilience in communications activitiesMaintain a proactive and adaptable "can-do" attitude within a team environmentWork autonomously and collaboratively to deliver a premium brand experienceExhibit familiarity with the sporting entertainment industry, particularly in basketball
About the Ideal Candidate: A degree in professional communications, media, journalism or public relations is desirable but not essentialIdeally you will have worked as a public relations or communications specialist or have experience working as a government, political or media adviser, or in a public relations' consultancy or communications specialist within a business, company or organisation, public or privateExcellent written oral and presentation skills as well as computer design skills for presentationsHands-on experience of writing and implementing communication plans and campaigns, including briefs, media releases, opinion pieces, advice and moreExcellent judgement, initiative, adaptability and resilience enabling personal performance and productivity levels to be maintained in challenging situationsBe adaptable, with a "can do" attitude and the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team to ensure a premium brand experienceFamiliarity of working within sporting entertainment (desirable).Interest in basketball and understanding of terminology (highly desirable)Has a current driver's licenseAbility to obtain and maintain a Tasmanian working with vulnerable people check Apply now and take a leap into an exciting career as our Media and Communications Manager! Apply Now - or - Apply with Indeed#J-18808-Ljbffr
