The Associate Field  Producer / Camera Operator will be skilled at the content creation techniques and storytelling methods that bring life to the world of competitive surfing, and will be responsible for daily content capture and light producing for Broadcast television and the World Surf League’s digital platforms. World Surf League field content will focus on telling our athlete’s stories in new and compelling ways as well as capturing an event from beginning to end with an emphasis on engaging our fans. This role reports directly into the VP, Broadcast and is an integral and essential member of the larger WSL Broadcast  team. This role will be working out of our US office located in Santa Monica, CA.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Work as a key member of the Production field team to capture key moments on each of our live events for use in later television shows.
• Identification and development of compelling story lines for core and aspirational fans.
• Write scripts, clear footage and help produce and shoot features and long form projects.
• Work with athletes and on-screen talent to “tell the story” of the tour.
• Produce episodic video packages using content available from the World Surf League library, other contributing video partners and original productions.
• Capture key moments and insights from the World Championship and Big Wave Tours.
• Work closely with World Surf League’s live production and shared studio operations.
• Capture and produce video to meet marketing and partnership requests as needed.
• Remain current on industry and technological trends.
• Fosters innovative solutions that maximize resources.
• Take the lead with story line and content for Championship tour and deliver engaging content.
• Available to travel for work consistently during non-traditional hours and on some weekends.

 Qualifications: 

• Must be creative focused with the ability to see the technical challenges and the foresight to solve for those challenges early.
• Well versed in surf culture and insatiable drive for storytelling.
• Experience field producing live events with an emphasis on sports.
• High degree of competence using video editing tools including Adobe Premiere. 
• High degree of competence operating camera equipment of all kinds (RED preferred).
• Comfortable and capable of managing people on your team
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.
• Ability to travel for extended periods of time – sometimes internationally – while on assignment.
• Experience planning and writing rundowns for broadcast and studio content a plus.
• Organized and detailed workflow skills are a must.
• Experience working in a live event environment. 
• Comfort working across global time zones.
• Desire to work on diverse projects simultaneously and to shift gears on short notice.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Broadcast or Liberal Arts
• 1+ year of field producing experience and/or camera operation is preferred

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty
• Entrepreneurial; willingness to work independently with the best business practices in mind
• An exceptional work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Masterful organizational skills
• An enthusiasm for coaching, teaching and the development of people
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational triggers.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available.
• Willingness to travel, extensive travel is required.

A key member of the Revenue team, the Coordinator, Advertising Operations will assist in the launch and management of the World Surf League’s client ad campaigns, as well as client reporting. The role offers the opportunity for a motivated digital native to oversee the execution of paid media and digital sponsorships across worldsurfleague.com, the WSL app and WSL social channels in addition to linear television, and also to work with our account teams worldwide to provide the highest level of service and results reporting to our advertising clients.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Manage campaign launches across WSL digital video, display, television and social throughout the year.
• Closely monitor campaign pacing and performance and adjust where necessary in order to meet sponsor KPIs.
• Communicate delivery deadlines and creative specifications to partners on a timely basis; keep on top of upcoming launches and deadlines.
• Develop tactics to better target and optimize campaigns.
• Work with various agencies to provide world-class reporting and screenshots on a regular cadence.
• Manage sold vs. unsold inventory and forecasting on all platforms across the entire year.
• Proactively research and suggest ways to optimize and improve WSL’s advertising operations, and improve yield management, across platforms, including technology solutions, process adjustments, etc. 

Qualifications:

• 2+ years’ experience in advertising operations and campaign management at a digital-first publisher.
• Experience interpreting media plans and metrics within the digital advertising ecosystem.
• Extremely comfortable with (and interested in learning to leverage) new technology.
• Technology & Software Skills: Google AdManager; Facebook Ads Manager; Google Analytics; Header Bidding; Salesforce; Microsoft Excel.

Personal Attributes:

• Extremely detail oriented and thorough. 
• Revenue minded.
• Data-driven thinker who makes decisions based on the numbers.
• Integrity and honesty in business and in communication.
• Self-motivated with an exceptional work ethic; proactive self-manager.
• Optimism and energy for the brand as well as the sport of surfing and its future.
• Incredibly organized and capable of juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Capable of managing multiple deadlines, projects and campaigns at once.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V

The World Surf League (WSL) is dedicated to celebrating the world's best surfers on the world's best waves through a variety of best-in-class audience platforms. The WSL has been championing the world's best surfing since 1976, running global events across the Men's and Women's Championship Tours, the Big Wave Tour, Qualifying Series, Junior and Longboard Championships. Headquartered in Santa Monica, the WSL is a truly global sports and media company with regional offices in Australia, Asia, Africa, North America, South America, and Europe. In 2016, WSL Holdings, the parent company of the World Surf League (WSL), acquired a majority stake in the Kelly Slater Wave Company (KSWC), an innovative wave technology company. KSWC is the first to develop a formula that combines cutting edge science, engineering and design to create the longest, open barrel, high-performance wave in existence. In 2018, WSL announced the creation of WSL Studios, focused on being the home of live competitive surf content and the premier place to create short-form, TV series, documentaries and feature films oriented around surfing, surf-lifestyle and ocean conservancy.

The Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager is a full-time position located in Lemoore, California that will report directly to the site General Manager. The HSE Manager directs the development, implementation, and maintenance of environmental, safety and health programs for the facility. The HSE Manager provides the leadership, direction and support necessary to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and standards. The HSE Manager must possess the ability to develop and maintain relationships with all levels within the organization to include all employees at both the corporate and site level. The HSE Manager needs to be able to indirectly lead change across all departments.
The HSE Manager will have the assistance of department leaders where some responsibilities can be delegated, but still owned by the HSE Manager. This role is ultimately responsible for maintaining a safe workplace according to Federal, State and Local regulations and continue to foster a culture supporting Health and Safety at Surf Ranch.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Establish Safety Training requirements for each department
• Conduct Safety Training and orientation for all employees
• Conduct regular site inspections
• Support the development and implementation of safety programs and policies
• Manage programs such as Lockout Tagout, Fall Protection, PIT, AWP, and other regulatory programs
• Conduct site assessments and enforce safety programs, stopping unsafe operations as necessary
• Manage documentation and communication for inspections, incidents, etc
• Manage relationship with insurance carriers and their assigned agents
• Manage contractor site safety plans and safety on site
• Manage Incident Response and Investigations/Management with Workers Compensation partners
• Manage site safety processes and inventory to include Hazard Communication and SDS’s, First Aid/Trauma Bag Supplies, PPE Supplies as necessary, O2, eyewash, etc.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and develop educational safety topics as necessary
• Manage safety equipment PWC’s, trauma bags, AED’s and other life safety equipment
• Partner with local authorities for site support and emergency drills (Fire, etc)
• Assess environmental impact, review and make recommendations to support sustainable solutions and align with WSL PURE
• Need something about maintaining appropriate incident reporting in compliance with OSHA standards
• Conduct Rick assessments
• Stop unsafe acts
• Focus on prevention
• Other tasks as needed

Skills and Qualifications: 

• 4+ years’ experience in a high-risk environment
• CPR/AED/First Aid BLS level or higher
• HSE certification preferred
• Experienced in Incident response and investigation, including aquatic rescue

Additional Training: (may include): 

• OSHA 30 Hour Construction
• OSHA 30 Hour General Industry
• Fall Protection Competent Person
• Worker’s Compensation & Cal OSHA
• Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training
• Food Safety Manager Certification
• HAZWOPER 8 or 40 hour (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard)
• EMT Certification
• Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT / forklift) and Aerial Work Platform (AWP / high reach) equipment operation

Personal attributes:

• Ability to analyze risk and follow regulation
• Ability to produce reports
• Ability to implement policies
• Ability to communicate in stressful situations
• Organized and self-motivated
• Attention to detail and observation ability
• Experienced in computer applications such as Word, Microsoft Office, Google Suite and other programs
• Team player
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary
• Friendly and positive attitude. Able to interface with guests on a regular basis

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• Physically able to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 75 pounds or less.
• The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures
• Must be able to work in weather (hot/cold)
• Comfortable working in and around water / must know how to swim

The Hospitality Server ensures that guests are comfortable and provide food and beverage service. To ensure the ranch house service is at a quality at all times while preserving a level of guest privacy. To complete all cleaning and preparation to ensure a smooth service at all times.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• To prepare and carry out food and beverage service to guests in a courteous and efficient manner. This includes offering service to guests, regularly checking the floor, this includes all ranch house, decks and surrounding areas.
• To keep back of house and ranch house areas tidy at all times and to regularly clean all associated equipment.
• Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails and other drinks for guest and wash utensils after each use.
• Pour all drinks to the recommended legal standard (correct measure) in the appropriate glassware.
• Clean up after food service including with appropriate chemicals.
• To notify the Director of Guest Services if you observe a particular item of stock is running low.
• To attend training sessions and courses and to assist with the ‘on-the-job’ training of new staff, as required.
• To handle minor complaints in a professional and courteous manner and to provide appropriate solutions. To immediately inform the Director of Guest Services of all cases.
• To read all relevant company literature, notices and other correspondence and to regularly observe ranch and departmental notice-boards.
• To uphold good housekeeping practices, ensuring a safe, clean, tidy and pleasant working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a F&B or hospitality setting responsible for servicing of guests
• Experience in or around the food industry
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to work with all levels of employees and management, and willingness to give assistance to co-workers
• Demonstrate ability to work independently under pressure; proactive thinker/self-starter

Personal attributes

• Exceptional work ethic
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible is essential
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary
• Strong team player

Physical Requirements

• The employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching. 

The Part-Time Housekeeper is a professional that ensures a positive overall impression of the property as well as providing the necessary service of ensuring clean and comfortable lodging accommodations for guests. Housekeeping positively represents Surf Ranch through the daily cleaning of assigned space’s and lodging units as per the established standards of cleanliness and through interaction with guests.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Vacuums, sweeps, mops, and cleans flooring in lodging rooms
• Scrubs, disinfects and deodorizes bathtubs / showers, toilets, wash basins, wastebaskets, tile and other bathroom and / or vanity fixtures and furnishings in the guest rooms.
• Dusts, brushes, polishes, cleans and vacuums furniture, glass, mirrors, curtains, framed pictures, appliances and other structural fixtures and furnishings in guests’ rooms
• Removes trash and debris from guests’ rooms
• Strips beds, collects dirty linens, and makes beds with fresh linens
• Replenishes linens, amenities and other supplies in guests’ rooms
• Routinely inspects guest rooms for maintenance needs such as burned-out light bulbs, plumbing or electrical problems, carpentry needs, or other special problems and reports it to the Admin office for proper resolution
• Contribute to the positive image of Surf Ranch by providing janitorial services throughout the facility. This includes cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, training areas, outdoor spaces and other areas around the ranch house
• Contribute to well stocked restrooms by replacing supplies throughout the day
• Clean up spills, pick up and empty trash, empty and replace trash containers
• Maintain quality standards and expectations
• Auditing of supplies and communicating need for replenishment 
• Adhering to standard operating procedures, safe housekeeping and sanitation practices
• Ensure company standards are followed in welcoming and acknowledging all guests
• Provide support to team to achieve common goals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous cleaning or hospitality experience may be an advantage 
• Strong knowledge of cleaning supplies and procedures
• Must be able to adapt to changes in a fast paced, dynamic, and sometimes intense work environment
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos in English

Personal attributes

• Exceptional work ethic
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible is essential
• Strong team player

Physical Requirements

• The employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires pushing, pulling, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching. 

Under the direct supervision of Director of Sustaining Engineering, the Maintenance Manager organizes, assigns, and directs all site maintenance, and repairs. This position is responsible for overall site cleanliness as well as Wave System performance and safety. This position is responsible for the direct supervision of all the Maintenance Technicians and the third-party vendors.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Maintain machines and equipment in safe, operating order. Makes repairs as appropriate or determines when vendors should be contacted for servicing. 
• Providing all management duties including hiring, training, and scheduling.
• Managing all maintenance staff to assure the safe operational and working condition of all Wave System equipment.
• Overseeing and facilitating all construction management operations as it pertains to future SR site improvements.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical equipment including, but not limited to programmable logic controllers, power supplies, motor starters, frequency drives, sensors and gauges, and test equipment.
• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of equipment and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of equipment during machine service.
• Advises operators and mechanics of operation procedures and requirements for working safely with electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and components.
• Informs appropriate management and mechanics of potential electrical/mechanical problems and inherent dangers involved.
• Maintains company-required performance and maintenance records for equipment.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
• Maintains spare parts and materials needed to keep inventory on hand
• Documents and maintains paperwork.
• Leads maintenance personnel with technical troubleshooting.
• Comply with OSHA Safety, NEC, and, HACCP.
• Develops best practices, processes and training as required.
• Understanding and providing good customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Knowledge and Skills: 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies to perform the essential functions of this position.

• Able to generate, edit and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Systems instrumentation controls troubleshooting & configuration.
• PLC\HMI troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of utilities and power supply circuits and systems. 
• Knowledge with NEC, NFPA 70E/ARC Flash and firm understanding of Ohms Law.
• Ability to generate detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to lead structured problem solving. 
• Excellent organizational and communications skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to achieve high impact in an unstructured environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, train.

Qualifications:

• Four-year Technical degree or equivalent training preferred.
• 15+ years of related experience.

Personal attributes:

• Exceptional work ethic.
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible is essential.
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary.
• Strong team player.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions cold and heat. 
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee frequently is required to use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

About KSWC

Kelly Slater Wave Company (KSWC) is an innovative wave technology company. KSWC is the first company to develop a formula that combines cutting edge science, engineering, and design to create the longest, open-barrel, high-performance wave in existence. The Wave System can mimic the power, speed, and experience found in the best ocean waves. As envisioned by 11-time world champion Kelly Slater, KSWC was created to evolve the sport of surfing by making it more accessible. The company is creating world-class, high-performance training centers where top athletes can perfect their talent. In addition, the company is looking at development applications for surfers of any level to enjoy the best man-made waves.

As a key member of the Revenue team, the Senior Manager, Digital Advertising Sales will lead WSL’s efforts to achieve significant growth in its direct and programmatic digital advertising businesses. The role offers the opportunity for a motivated digital native to step up and not only lead revenue generation in North America but also to partner with WSL teams in Australia, Brasil and other key markets and help them to expand digital advertising sales locally.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Manage WSL global’s programmatic video and display business, with emphasis on developing a robust video private marketplace ecosystem and accountability to an annual programmatic revenue target
• In partnership with the Director, develop and execute a North American agency sales strategy, including pitching and maintaining relationships with relevant agency contacts in New York, Los Angeles, and other key domestic markets on an ongoing basis
• Support WSL’s regional teams in APAC, LATAM and EMEA in generating increased direct and programmatic digital advertising revenue in their regions
• Develop a regular programmatic reporting and optimization protocol; proactively share relevant reporting with the Director, Media Strategy & Operations as well as regional teams
• Scope, onboard and implement new digital advertising technologies including a DMP, Nielsen Digital Ad Ratings, and others; proactively scope and recommend any technologies, partners or tools that can help grow the business
• Liaise with Analytics team to develop compelling metrics that differentiate WSL’s digital offerings; build and distribute sales materials for the digital product
• Cultivate expertise in programmatic technology and techniques; attend relevant industry events and ensure WSL stays at the cutting edge 

Qualifications:

• 3+ years programmatic video sales experience at a digital pure-play, or digital first  publisher, ideally with buyside contacts at major North American agencies and brands
• Experience developing and/or leading pitches and working directly with prospective clients; interest in growing as a seller and revenue generator 
• Experience building media plans and proposals and negotiating rates 
• Extremely comfortable with, and interested in learning to leverage, new technology 
• Technology & Software Skills: Google AdManager; Google Analytics; Header Bidding; Salesforce; Broad experience with leading SSPs/DSPs
• Extremely comfortable with deep data aggregation and analysis in Microsoft Excel, STAQ, other yield management and analytics tools
• Experience monetizing livestream video inventory helpful but not required
• Ability to travel for meetings with prospective clients

Personal Attributes:

• Revenue minded - enjoys the challenge of working to meet and exceed a revenue target; unafraid to be accountable to a target
• Data-driven thinker who makes decisions based on the numbers
• Integrity and honesty in business and in communication
• Self-motivated with an exceptional work ethic; proactive self-manager
• Optimism and energy for the brand as well as the sport of surfing and its future
• Incredibly organized and capable of juggling multiple projects simultaneously
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced corporate environment
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V

The Surf Guide plays an integral role in guest safety and guest experience both in and out of the water at Surf Ranch. Under the direct supervision of the Surf Ranch Client Service Manager, the Surf Guide will perform various duties at the Surf Ranch facility. This includes, but is not limited to, facilitating guest surfing, enforcing rules, and providing quality guest service. The Surf Guide will work directly with guests to provide them with the best possible surfing experience during their time at Surf Ranch. The Surf Guide must have a thorough understanding of all ‘wave system’ operations including a working knowledge of the Surf Ranch Wave, as well as lifeguard duties as they pertain to emergency communication and response.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Instruct, advise, and assist guests with all surfing operations. 
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of visitors. 
• Maintain all surfing equipment such as boards, fins, leashes etc.
• Assist lifeguards in emergency medical aid and water response.
• Maintain training requirements. 
• Provide clean locker room including guest names on lockers in accordance with fourth interaction of the guest service trail.
• Maintain cleanliness and general upkeep of Surf Ranch facilities including the board room.
• Ensure all activities & operations are conducted in accordance with established procedures & policies. 
• Enforce rules, safety regulations, and general facility rules.
• Provide in water surf coaching in a manner consistent with the company’s surf coach program.
• Provide video analysis and coaching during feedback sessions following surfing activities in a manner consistent with the company’s coaching program.
• Understand the ‘Surf Ranch Water Safety & Rescue Operations’. 
• Understand the ‘Surf Ranch Wave System Theory of Operations’.

 Qualifications

• Knowledge of surf instruction that can be applied to all skill levels, fully incorporating the company’s surf guide training program
• Strong communication skills to communicate to staff during emergency response via hand signals and other communication protocols 
• 10+ years of surfing experience 
• Surf Ranch specific water safety training 
• CPR/AED & First Aid Certified preferred
• Previous surf lesson experience preferred

Personal Attributes

• Excited and enthusiastic outlook on work as it pertains to guests and Surf Ranch
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational triggers.
• Integrity and honesty

 Physical requirements

• Physically able to swim, swim in rough and deep water, walk, run, walk or run over rough or uneven surfaces, bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, and carry loads.
• Must be able to swim at least 550 yards, dive at least 10 feet deep, swim with a 10 pound object for at least 20 yards, and tread water for at least 2 minutes. 
• Must be able to watch and supervise groups of students in the ocean and/or bay while coaching technique and supervising safety. 
• Must be able to recognize and respond to emergencies and prevent injuries or drowning. 

The Vice President, Public Relations and Communications serves as a key member of the Marketing team and leads the Public Relations (PR) / Communications team. The executive will lead his or her team and provide strategic oversight in partnership with the cross-functional leadership team.  This role reports to the Chief Marketing Officer.

Responsibilities include (but not limited to):

• Build global PR strategy/roadmap around the WSL’s key assets including: The WSL Tour & Events division, Digital, WSL Studio franchises, as well as the Wave Co. Technology offering.
• Develop long lasting media relationships that yield great coverage.
• Direct the company's relationships with key top-of-line press and social media influencers and bloggers; as well as direct relationships with trade press/influencers in support of business line communications.
• Collaborate with partners to leverage each other’s PR firepower to elevate the WSL
• Manage relationships with international agencies, freelancers and other partners who contribute to the PR function. Through skills and needs assessments, develop and manage a productive structure that encourages creativity and collaboration.
• Direct the creation and execution of media strategies and PR tools and rich stories to ensure quality media coverage for all Company brands.
• Develop messaging and outreach activities for topics including but not limited to corporate social responsibility, health and wellness, corporate and personal philanthropic efforts, innovation, public policy and other areas of strategic corporate significance.
• Elevate our athletes through insightful and distinctive storytelling
• Create a narrative and calendar of key moments to best communicate the WSL's story to the broadest consumer and media segments in the most compelling way.
• Creates a discipline and expertise around data, analytics and insights that can be monetized to grow the business
• Oversee and manage key reputational issues while maintaining a risk register to predict and eradicate or minimize potential threats; crisis communication
• Work closely with WSL senior management team on vetting speaking opportunities and honorariums; assist in drafting speeches and presentations.
• Works closely with a large diverse team to create an enterprise culture that is obsessed with understanding WSL fans, athletes, consumers and partners. Develop PR/Comms team into strategic thinkers and innovators in the space

 Qualifications: 

• Deep business experience with related PR and Comms experience in the media/sports/entertainment industry
• Knows how to mine rich brand and athlete stories; then serve them up to the right targeted media
• Results-driven executive who enjoys not only building the strategy, but also rolling his or her sleeves up to drive results.
• Enjoys the challenge of cultivating new relationships as well as maintaining and grooming existing relationships to bolster brand recognition and presence in the media space
• Knowledge of both digital and traditional media business
• Demonstrated track record of planning, managing and executing on complex campaigns
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to establish effective relationships with all levels including executive management
• Excellent strategic thinking and analysis skills and a proven track record of creating solutions to drive client loyalty and grow revenue
• Ability to manage and grow internal and external cross functional relationships and partnerships
• Minimum of 10 years of experience working in similar role(s)

Personal Attributes:

• Above all, integrity and honesty
• Entrepreneurial; willingness to work independently with the best business practices in mind
• An exceptional work ethic
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Masterful organizational skills
• An enthusiasm for coaching, teaching and the development of people
• Optimism and energy for the brand and its future
• An open and collaborative nature
• A high degree of self-awareness of one’s own personal style, strengths and weaknesses and motivational triggers.
• Intellectual curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
• Action Oriented—enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; willing to take unpopular stands when necessary.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V