Role description
VP of PR & Communications
Overtime- The VP, PR & Communications will work across a variety of high priority company initiatives including brand announcements, launches, events and strategizing for the priorities of Overtime’s business. Overtime is a hybrid workplace, spending 3+ days in office at our DUMBO, Brooklyn location
- Draft and develop internal and external materials required for announcements including press releases, pitches, media lists and other media communications
- Build and maintain relationships with media, place general trend stories in industry publications
- Lead the award submissions process and apply for relevant speaking engagements
- Collaborate with our official marketing partners on press releases and strategic communications regarding our partnerships
- Work across the C-suite to serve as a media liaison for local, national and international press responsible for responding to all press inquiries
- Define and execute strategies to embed Overtime executives at the most effective podcasts, panels, and speaking opportunities
- Continually bring new creative and strategic approaches that will optimize company objectives and goals
- Monitor all relevant media stories involving Overtime, its co-founders and other industry news
- Lead response on any crisis communications
- Demonstrate good judgment in escalating problems and assessing communication risk
- Travel and facilitate events across Overtime’s IP
- Other duties as assigned- The ideal candidate is a self-starter with an exceptionally strong network and a sharp instinct for storytelling - someone who knows how to turn relationships, insights, and moments into meaningful coverage
- This individual brings proven experience pitching and securing earned media across traditional and social platforms, leveraging deep media and creator relationships to amplify stories that break through
- They are a confident, compelling writer who thrives in fast-moving, sometimes ambiguous environments, works well under pressure, and values close collaboration
- Above all, the ideal candidate is energized by Overtime’s growth and excited to help shape culture across sports and entertainment for the next generation of fans through powerful, authentic storytelling
- Demonstrated desire for continuous learning
- Excellent problem-solving skills; views problems as opportunities
- Flexible and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- A passion for storytelling across traditional and emerging formats
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills; ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely
- Meaningful years of progressive experience in communications, public relations, marketing, business, journalism or related field
- Ability to travel as needed
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work independently, taking a concept and building from it