Senior Manager, Business Communications

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Senior Manager, Business Communications !Overview
The Blue Jays are looking for a passionate, highly-skilled, and detail-oriented communications professional to oversee earned media, business issues management, and internal communications across the organization. The Senior Manager, Business Communications will drive major annual communications projects, work together with baseball communications colleagues, and collaborate cross-functionally across the business supporting multiple facets and areas of operation.Reporting to the Vice President of Communications, the ideal candidate is a compelling writer and storyteller, knows how to distill complex information and convey to various audiences. We\ 're looking for an expert on the Toronto/Canadian media landscape and someone up-to-date on current media trends, thinks holistically, excels collaborating and working cross-functionally, is exceptionally detail-oriented, is passionate about baseball and excited to work in a fast-paced, sports and live entertainment environment.Key Responsibilities
Create and deliver external communications campaigns to support business priorities and special projects;
includes driving organization narratives through proactive storytelling and creative publicity tacticsCreate and deliver internal communications program to engage and inspire employees;
includes Town Halls, EVP thought-leadership program, and celebrating employee winsOversee publicity and influencer programs and provide mentorship to working group;
create summary reports with metricsSupport the Vice President on identifying and mitigating issues;
crisis managementFosterexisting and build new relationships with media, influencers, and stakeholders to broaden reach of awareness and shape agenda while ensuring accurate and balanced editorial coverageCoach internal spokespeople on presentations and media interviewsDraft and edit media materials;
provide copy editing support for various internal departments to ensure brand consistencyLead logistics for media conferences and special eventsCoordinate external and internal communications for Rogers Centre concerts and events, including on-site media relationsCollaborate cross-functionally across the business to ensure alignment and drive maximum resultsSkills and Qualifications
University or college degree in communications, public relations, or journalism6-8 years of experience in public relations or communications, preferably within an agency setting or in-house for a sports brandPeople leadership experience with a focus on coaching and developing team membersExcellent written and presentation skills, with high attention to detailProven track record in generating editorial coverage, storytelling, and issues managementEstablished relationships with local/national media and stakeholders within the sports industry;
experience with multicultural media is an assetPassion for baseball, sports, and live entertainmentCollaborative mindset and ability to excel working cross-functionallyExceptional relationship-building skillsHumility and curiosity to constantly learn and growCritical thinker and solutions-focused, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced working environmentValues diversity, with a commitment to integrity, honesty, and open-mindednessApplicants must be willing and able to work non-traditional hours, including evenings and weekends and holidays as required.Salary:
The anticipated base compensation range for this role is $95,000 – $110,000. Actual base pay offered within this range may differ based on a range of factors, including individual experience, education, skills, and organizational needs.In addition to your base compensation, you will enjoy discretionary bonus opportunities, vacation entitlements, a comprehensive benefits package, and front‑office perks that reflect the excitement and community of working in baseball.Position Status:
VacancyWHAT WE OFFER TO YOU
Commitment to our team - we want you to succeed!Ongoing, hands-on training to help you develop your skillsExcellent employee discount to use towards Blue Jays gearA unique employment experience working for the only MLB team in CanadaBlue Jays has a strong commitment to diversity, accessibility and inclusion. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply and join us in shaping the future of our club. Together, we will build a team that reflects the richness of the game and the communities that we represent.Throughout the recruitment process, we are dedicated to working with candidates who have accessibility needs to ensure they have the necessary support to perform at their best. Questions regarding accessibility throughout the recruitment process can be directed to View email address on ca.hrm.tc.
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