Panthers Partnership is hiring : Football Communications Coordinator in Charlotte

800 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC 28202, USA Req #1077

Thursday, March 13, 2025

Position : Football Communications Coordinator Department : Communications

Reporting Relationship : Reports to Vice President of Communications

Status : Full-time (Exempt)

Position Summary As part of the Carolina Panthers football communications department, the football communications coordinator works closely on the day-to-day operations of the department.

Primary Responsibilities This position is the primary contributor for the following : Design, writing, copy editing and production of team’s annual media guide.

Creation and distribution of game notes packets and statistics to media using the OMG software.

Statistical research projects.

Media availability periods.

Copy editor for internal and external communication from other departments.

Fulfillment of external media and internal departmental requests for players, coaches and staff.

Preparation of coordinators for weekly media availability as well as assistant coaches and players for interviews.

Support with the coordination and fulfillment of credential requests for all media – including broadcast partners – attending Panthers home games and with preparation of press box seating chart.

Assist in intern recruitment and selection process.

Supervise gameday staff and coordinate post-game quote transcription for all home games.

Provide communications support for all Panthers games – home and away – and media availabilities.

Establish and maintain a good relationship with local and regional media outlets.

Independently develop and pitch new ideas to increase media coverage.

Assist in coordination of publicity strategy, messaging and issue management.

Transcribe various press conferences and interviews.

Monitor and track media coverage of the Panthers.

Other responsibilities as needed related to Tepper Sports and Entertainment.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, sports management or related field.

At least 3 years of experience in sports public relations / communications or related field.

Proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Strong working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop.

Must be willing to travel.

Must be available to work during evenings, weekends, and holidays when necessary.

Must pass pre-employment screens.

Desired Skills Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with ability to multi-task and collaborate.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Must exhibit professionalism when interacting with staff, members of the media, and players / coaches.

Must exhibit professionalism as it relates to budget management and meeting deadlines.

Must adapt, with minimal advance notice, to changes in priorities.

Must be able to handle confidential, privileged, and / or sensitive information with care and sensitivity.

Must possess excellent organizational skills.

Act as a role model within and outside of Tepper Sports & Entertainment.

Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Physical Requirements Standing and walking outdoors for extended periods of time.

Sitting and working at desk on a computer.

Walking throughout the stadium.

Lift at least 25 pounds.

This job operates in a professional office environment (mostly office environment, outside in a stadium facility at times which may include inclement weather conditions). This position may require travel.

The Carolina Panthers are an equal opportunity at-will employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

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