Communications Coordinator
About The PWHL
The Professional Women's Hockey League delivers world-class competition and fosters meaningful connections with fans and communities through operational excellence, purposeful partnerships, and a focus on long-term sustainability. We are dedicated to cultivating a workplace and league culture rooted in integrity, innovation, and inclusion — on and off the ice.
Position Summary
To support the league's continued growth, the PWHL is seeking a passionate communications professional to serve as Communications Coordinator, playing a key role in supporting the PWHL's growing communications function with a focus on publicity and business communications. You'll help tell the story of one of the fastest-growing sports leagues in North America through exceptional writing, creative ideation, detailed execution, strong organization, and professionalism across media relations, publicity, and league events. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about growing the game and building a more equitable and inclusive future in the sport.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development and execution of communications strategies and storytelling for league and team initiatives across partnerships, marketing, merchandising, ticketing, and league personnel
- Draft and edit communications materials including press releases, media advisories, talking points, bios, and messaging in alignment with PWHL brand standards and AP/CP style
- Support influencer and celebrity relations programming, including identifying creators, pitching, drafting creator briefs, and tracking content
- Track and lead campaign summaries and coverage reporting, providing insights and key learnings for internal stakeholders and league partners
- Cultivate relationships with diverse local and national media outlets to expand audience reach and elevate brand visibility
- Oversee corporate media list and monitor media coverage and trends to capitalize on story opportunities
- Manage department calendars, notable dates, and key deadlines to support communications planning
- Contribute to media operations for league events, including press conferences, Draft, Awards, and specialty games
- Respond to media requests professionally and promptly, coordinating information fulfillment and interviews as needed
Required Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in communications, journalism, media, sports management, or related field
- Minimum of 1-2 years working in public relations, sports or entertainment media relations, communications, influencer programming, journalism, or related professional experience
- Thorough understanding of public and media relations, including U.S./Canadian media landscapes, targeted pitching, and press operations
- Proficient with computers and MS Office programs
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- High attention to detail for planning, editing, compiling stats, and fact checking
- Ability to travel as needed for games and events
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support the dynamic nature of professional sports
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with the PWHL, hockey, and professional sports landscape, including game structure, terminology, and PWHL culture
- Experience and/or strong interest in influencer programming, including identifying new creators across North America
- Flexibility & Travel Candidate must be able to work remotely with flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessitated by event schedules and project deadlines
- Ability to travel as needed for games and events
Pay
The pay range for this position is $50,000 to $57,000 USD/CAD annually.
Schedule
This position may be based in either the United States or Canada.