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Fresno State

Media Relations Specialist

Fresno, CA · On-site

$5.8K - $8.5K/mo

Media Relations Specialist Apply now Job no: 559952 Work type: Staff Location: Fresno Categories ... This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position. Positions at Fresno State are to perform their ...

Corgan

Media Relations Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

Corgan is seeking a Media Relations Specialist with 6-8 years of experience to join our team in ... This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present ...

Corgan

Media Relations Specialist

Dallas, TX

Corgan is seeking a Media Relations Specialist with 6-8 years of experience to join our team in ... This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present ...

Corgan

Media Relations Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

Corgan is seeking a Media Relations Specialist with 6-8 years of experience to join our team in ... This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present ...

Corgan

Media Relations Specialist

Dallas, TX · On-site

Corgan is seeking a Media Relations Specialist with 6-8 years of experience to join our team in ... This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present ...

Cato Institute

Media Relations Manager

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description The Cato Institute seeks a strategic, proactive, and highly organized Media Relations Manager to help drive national media engagement for one of the world's leading ...

Walker Sands

Media Relations Specialist

Seattle, WA · On-site

$2.0K/wk

One year of full-time experience in public relations. * Experience with media pitching * Superb writing skills. * Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment remotely and in ...

Omnicom

Manager, Media Relations

Chicago, IL · On-site

$81K - $98K/yr

What You Bring to the Table: - A Proven Track Record: 5-7 years of public relations experience, with a deep passion for pop culture, sports, and consumer brands. - Media Relations Expertise: You have ...

APS

Media Relations Strategist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Summary The Media Relations Strategist is a key member of the APS Media Relations Team, driving the ... This is an in-house, full-time opportunity in External Communications. Minimum Requirements ...

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How much do full time sports media relations jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time sports media relations in the United States is $93,829.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $117,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Sports Media Relations vs Sports Public Relations Specialist?

AspectFull Time Sports Media RelationsSports Public Relations Specialist
Primary FocusManaging media communications and relationships for sports teams or organizationsShaping and maintaining the public image of sports entities through media and community outreach
Work EnvironmentSports teams, leagues, or organizations, often on-site or in media officesMedia outlets, PR agencies, or sports organizations, often involving event coverage and press releases
Required CredentialsDegree in communications, journalism, or related field; media relations experienceSimilar credentials; strong writing, communication skills, and media knowledge

While both roles involve media communication within the sports industry, Full Time Sports Media Relations primarily focuses on managing media relationships and communications for sports organizations, whereas Sports Public Relations Specialists concentrate on overall public image and outreach strategies. Both roles require strong communication skills and industry knowledge but differ in their specific responsibilities and daily activities.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Sports Media Relations job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,829 per year, or $45.1 per hour.

Sr. Director, Communications - Flag Football

TMRW Sports

Orlando, FL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
TMRW Sports is seeking a strategic, creative, and media-savvy Sr. Director, Communications - Flag Football to lead communications strategy for its professional Flag Football league. Reporting to the Vice President, Marketing - Flag Football, this role will be responsible for building and executing an integrated communications function from the ground up, helping establish the league's voice, elevate its profile, and drive awareness among fans, media, partners, athletes, and stakeholders.
This leader will develop compelling narratives that bring the league's vision, athletes, teams, competition, and innovations to life while supporting league launches, key announcements, tentpole events, and ongoing business priorities. The Sr. Director will oversee media relations, executive visibility, storytelling, issues management, and strategic communications efforts that strengthen the league's reputation and accelerate fan and commercial growth. This role requires a builder mentality, strong sports media relationships, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup-like environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute the communications strategy for the professional Flag Football league, aligned with business objectives, marketing priorities, and brand positioning
  • Build and evolve the league's storytelling platform, developing compelling narratives across competition, athletes, teams, partners, innovation, and fan engagement
  • Lead day-to-day media relations efforts, cultivating strong relationships with sports, business, entertainment, and lifestyle media
  • Drive earned media opportunities that increase awareness, credibility, and fan interest in the league
  • Lead game day communications and media relations, directing national and local/in-market media engagement, press operations, stakeholder coordination, and real-time messaging to maximize league visibility and protect brand reputation
  • Partner closely with internal teams including Marketing, Partnerships, Football Operations, Content, Social and others to ensure integrated messaging and execution
  • Support executive communications, thought leadership, speaking opportunities, interviews, and media training for league leadership
  • Serve as the communications lead for league launches, schedules, player announcements, events, milestones, and key business initiatives
  • Develop and manage communications plans for sponsors, strategic partners, and other key stakeholders
  • Lead crisis communications planning and issues management efforts in partnership with league and corporate leadership
  • Manage external PR agencies, contractors, partners and communications budgets
  • Build scalable communications processes, reporting, and operating rhythms as the league grows
  • Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and emerging opportunities to strengthen league visibility and reputation

Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience in public relations, communications, sports marketing, media relations, or related fields
  • Proven experience developing and executing strategic communications programs that drive visibility and business results
  • Strong network of media relationships across sports, business, and entertainment.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and storytelling skills
  • Experience supporting executive communications and high-profile stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated success managing media events, launches, announcements, and major communications initiatives
  • Experience navigating sensitive issues and crisis communications situations
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Experience managing agencies, consultants, and external partners
  • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Ability to travel to host market for all Flag Football games

Preferred:
  • Experience launching new brands, leagues, teams, properties, or consumer-facing products
  • Experience in sports, media, entertainment, or a high-growth startup environment
  • Familiarity with professional football and the evolving flag football landscape
  • Experience building communications functions, processes, and playbooks from the ground up
  • Experience supporting athlete, team, league, or sponsorship communications

You'll be successful if:
  • You're excited by the opportunity to help build a professional sports league from the ground up.
  • You can translate complex business and sports initiatives into compelling stories that resonate with fans, media, and stakeholders.
  • You build trusted relationships quickly and influence effectively across diverse groups.
  • You thrive in ambiguity and can balance long-term strategy with hands-on execution.
  • You maintain high standards for writing, messaging, and attention to detail.
  • You bring a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and remain composed under pressure.
  • You collaborate effectively across functions and foster alignment around shared goals.

Benefits:
  • Equity ownership opportunities to allow employees to share in the company's growth
  • Unlimited discretionary time off along with 15 paid holidays per year
  • Comprehensive health insurance options, including a 100% contribution Employee coverage option
  • Additional employee and family insurance coverage options with company contribution, including dental and vision
  • FSA, HSA and DCHSA opportunities including contribution matches
  • Retirement options including traditional 401(k) and Roth IRA plans

*Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion.
TMRW Sports is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable law. This applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.
TMRW Sports expressly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
No matter what background you bring with you, if you are committed to excellence and good at what you do, we welcome you to apply to join us and encourage you to come as you are.
About TMRW Sports: (pronounced "tomorrow sports")
TMRW Sports is focused on building modern approaches in sports, media, and entertainment. By creating new leagues for a new age, TMRW Sports, in partnership with established leagues like the NFL, PGA TOUR and LPGA, is forging pathways and experiences for new generations of fans. TMRW Sports' first project, TGL presented by SoFi, is a primetime team golf league in partnership with the PGA TOUR reaching 152 territories worldwide and described as a "high-energy arena spectacle" by Vanity Fair, "pure entertainment" by GQ, and "golf's boldest new venture" by Fast Company. Launching this fall, WTGL will feature teams of the world's best women golfers in partnership with the LPGA. TMRW Sports is also developing men's and women's professional flag football leagues in partnership with the National Football League and 32 Equity, the NFL's collective investment vehicle. Founded by Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and sports executive Mike McCarley, TMRW Sports is supported by an influential and diverse investor group of athletes, celebrities and business leaders from the worlds of sports, media, technology and finance. For more, visit TMRWSportsGroup.com .

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