About the Jacksonville Jaguars
The Jacksonville Jaguars are a professional football team and a member of the National Football League’s AFC South Division. The Jaguars are one of the NFL’s youngest franchises, playing their first regular season home game on September 3, 1995 in Jacksonville, Fla., and have since won four division titles. The Jaguars are owned by Shahid Khan, a visionary leader whose businesses include Flex-N-Gate, Fulham Football Club, All Elite Wrestling, Bold Events and Iguana Investments. Since 2012, Mr. Khan’s impact on the Northeast Florida community has exceeded $500 million, including charitable giving through the Jaguars Foundation, capital improvements to TIAA Bank Field and the creation of Daily’s Place, which hosts upwards of 40 concerts a year. Over the next several years, the Jaguars and Iguana Investments will build a new Sports Performance Center to house all football operations and launch Phase 1 of the Shipyards, a complete reimagination of the riverfront which will include a five-star hotel, office building and modernized marina.
The Jaguars company values are Passion, Respect, Innovation, Dedication and Empowerment (PRIDE). The Jaguars believe in the importance of diversity, continual learning and transparency. We also understand the role that excitement, originality and fun play in the workplace. All of these ideas come together to build a strong and dynamic workplace culture. Because of this, we are dedicated to, and encouraged by, leading the way in developing a distinct and inclusive team.
Summary
Under the leadership of the Chief Communications Officer, assist in the execution of a football communications strategy for the Jaguars and upon occasion, other related entities, including the Jaguars Foundation, Iguana Investments, 1st DownTown Jacksonville, TaxSlayer Gator Bowl, AEW and all other business endeavors. Develop and maintain relationships with members of the local, national and international media in a professional and strategic manner, thereby enhancing the reputation of the team, creating new fans locally and abroad and protecting the integrity and credibility of the organization and its personnel. Contribute to proactive media relations for Jaguars programs and initiatives including ticketing and fan experience, community relations, sponsorship and football communications as assigned. Oversee departmental logistics related to press box coordination, recurring communication with media and transcription services. Provide additional administrative support for members of the Jaguars PR department as needed.
Job Responsibilities
- Under direction from the Director of Football Communications, execute proactive media relations for Jaguars initiatives, programs and sponsored events as assigned, including the creation/distribution of select press releases, media advisories and content for Jaguars.com and execution of onsite media relations as necessary
- Manage Credentialing for media, networks and visiting team on a week-to-week basis. This is inclusive of Jaguars annual game at Wembley Stadium.
- Assist with execution of Weekly Notes/Media Guide/Weekly Release in coordination with Director, Football Public Relations
- Assist with execution of Publications in coordination with Director, Football Public Relations
- Schedule Media Related Events at Miller Electric Center. Work with MEC Facility Director on coordinating all efforts and/or logistics, including meal offerings.
- Primary Contact for internal EverBank Stadium stakeholders such as ASM. Participate in network walk-thrus, camera placements and Stadium of the Future needs.
- Execute any/all Gator Bowl/HBCU Game efforts in coordination with Director Business & Community Communications.
- Assist with key media events, including autograph day, media day, press conference logistics, etc.
- Hire/Supervise any/all PR/Communications Seasonal and Gameday Intern(s). Provide on-site management of this staff before, during and after all home games.
- Participate in ongoing media hospitality projects
- Mentor PR, Seasonal Intern
Job Requirements
Required
- Excellent attention to detail and an ability to produce high-quality, accurate work within designated deadlines
- Proficiency in use of Adobe Suite, including InDesign, and Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a high-energy environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create and maintain solid working relationships at all levels across the organization and externally
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year accredited college or university
- 1-2 years previous experience working in strategic public relations and communications
- Ability to maintain confidential and/or proprietary information
- Ability to work irregular hours, including holidays, weekends and evenings as needed
Preferred
- Minimum of two years of experience working in public relations
- Sports organization, events or community engagement experience encouraged
- A strong knowledge of the National Football League, its 32 clubs, the league’s rules and the football verbiage used
Perks and Offerings
- Perks and offerings of the Jaguars and Bold Events include:
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance options.
- Mobile phone stipend.
- 100% match of the employee’s contribution, up to 5% of income, in company 401(k) program.
- 16 weeks of paid parental leave, including adoption.
- Company provided lunch, during the work week.
- Wellness Programs inclusive of: Employee Assistance Program through NFL Lifeline as well as Colonial Life; preferred access to mental health appointments; Calm app subscription; access to onsite weight facility; company sponsored rec leagues; company provided FitBit; significant discounts to local YMCA; wellness challenges.
- Team member recognition and mentor programs.
- 20 paid company holidays in addition to 17 days of PTO (that’s over 1 month of paid time off!); Summer Fridays.
- JagsU and various company and departmental training and development options.
- Various employee events and celebrations such as: an Employee Anniversary Celebration, PRIDE Awards Ceremony, Employee Days of Service, Employee Appreciation Day, a holiday party, quarterly all team meetings, happy hours and more.
- Opportunity to receive tickets to various events such as Jaguars home games and concerts, as well as other local, ticketed events.
- Various other perks and discounts through local partners.
- Onsite notary.
- Perks and offerings are subject to change and may be dependent upon role.
Applications are being accepted online only. Please do not call to apply for this position. Please provide complete information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for this position. The Jacksonville Jaguars are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, rules, or legal requirements.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
