Coordinator, External Communications

Job Description

Responsibilities

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Role Summary

The NBCUniversal Advertising and Partnerships Communications team is looking for a pro-active self-starter who is passionate about communications and is willing to roll-up their sleeves and dive into all thing's media relations, research, tracking, writing and more, supporting the company's business goals. The Communication Coordinator, Advertising and Partnerships, serves as a key member of the team aiding the department's day-to-day operations, ensuring that all aspects of the Communications department run smoothly.

This individual will specifically work on the External Communications vertical and will support communications responsibilities, including Event Management, Partnership Executions, Sports and Entertainment Sponsorship Communications, Awards Management, Client & Agency Communications, Research Management, and Data and Technology Product Communications. In addition, this individual will assist the team with various administrative functions and operational duties and may be involved in special projects across the group.

Responsibilities

Administrative Duties:
• Support administrative needs of the Communications department (coordinate calendar, IT, supplies and facilities services, set up and produce in-person and virtual meetings, take detailed notes during key meetings, keep external press lists and internal distribution lists up to date, maintain executive bios & headshots, organize team files, assist with meeting prep, develop decks, as well as help to manage billing, invoices and expenses, and book travel as needed)

Monitor, Research, Distribute, Apply Knowledge:
• Responsible for ongoing press tracking as well as the division's daily morning clips process; monitoring major papers, trades, newsletters and online outlets as well as social platforms for relevant NBCUniversal news and industry clips and distribute to multiple audiences including NBCUniversal senior executives, the company's various communications teams and division-wide Advertising & Partnerships employees.
• Monitor and manage external and internal requests from NBCU Ads & Partnerships Communications designated inboxes.
• Organize content, events and awards calendars and continue to develop and maintain these types of critical team assets over time
• Regularly research and provide short summaries on timely industry news and developments for the division's awareness
• Consistently craft, update and maintain communications for the team's Weekly Update email and distribute to members of Communications team and senior NBCUniversal executives
• Synthesize research information to utilize learnings and apply it to external communication projects including speaking engagements, events and more

Project Manage from a Communications Perspective:
• Serve as a key member of the Communications team, helping execute external initiatives including implementation of events (virtual and in-person), ideation of pitches, placement of stories, and manage speaking opportunities; help craft social copy to amplify comms announcements and more
• Liaises with various key departments to coordinate information for corporate communications needs
• Project manage with external groups such as news outlets/journalists, partners as well as internal colleagues with key communication, marketing and creative counterparts
• Develop briefing materials and assist in preparing key executives on the logistics of events/interviews, run of show, participants, background information, and talking points

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements
• Minimum 1 year work experience in communications, media and/or advertising preferred
• Some experience working events, using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) preferred
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Desired Characteristics

Productivity:
• Excellent at problem-solving, taking initiative (reaching out and following up without being prompted in order to meet deadlines), proactively multi-tasking, and the ability to prioritize with precise attention to detail.
• Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams as well as adapt and learn new technology
• Comfortable seeking clarification, offering assistance and asking for extra support when needed
• Able to manage several projects simultaneously

Team Culture:
• Proven ability to thrive in a very fast-paced environment with a calm and kind demeanor
• A positive attitude and an excitement for the work and the overall mission + goals of the division
• Takes feedback in stride and as an opportunity to grow and develop
• Approaches each day as a new opportunity to roll up their sleeves and collaborate across the organization
• Ability to exercise a high level of discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information

Communications:
• Strong writing skills with ability/potential to see the full business picture when creating a narrative.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization (from Assistant to Chairman)
• A passion for communications, social media, events, as well as the advertising, entertainment and tech industry with an interest in pursuing a career in the field
• A creative perspective, being comfortable sharing new ideas and having a sense of design and aesthetics.

Additional Requirements
• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary range: $50,000-$60,000

Additional Information

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national orig

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