Job Description
Job Description
Communications Coordinator 2 - Brand Communications
Location and/or time zone: PHK - Typical Hybrid schedule, however there may be events that need to be attended on the weekends - Expected travel as well to events listed below:
Events they will be expected to attend but not limited to:
Hood to Coast - August 28th-29th, 2026
Chicago Marathon - October 11, 2026
After Dark Tour - LA - October 24, 2026
- The work is focused on understanding and conveying company and product information to internal and external stakeholders through appropriate and effective channels.
- Foster and cultivate relationships with key media, and keep up to date on happenings.
- Not to be quoted as a spokesperson on the record unless authorized and trained by a manager.
- Organize and manage assigned projects and events. Participate in communications team idea generation.
- Follow up with employees and partners, answer questions and supply PR information.
- Work with managers to provide assistance to media on-site at special events, photo shoots, interviews and press conferences.
- Research, write and edit press releases, fact sheets, video packages and speaking points.
- Create and write PR plans; work with PR agencies and freelancers.
- Research media groups. Work with the Communications manager / director to administer the allocated budget. This includes invoicing; producing reports, working with finance and updating the team on a regular basis.
- Focused on Running Communications supporting the Running Business and Brand.
- Strong understanding of Running and passion for Running is preferred.
Desired Candidate Profile:
- Minimum required years of experience: Minimum of 2-4 years directly relevant work experience
- Education requirements: Typically requires a Bachelors Degree
Must have skills:
- Communications background in the sports industry, ideally in the running space
- Manager is requesting a write up sample of a press release or previous communications that have put together
Nice to have skills:
- Strong understanding of Running and passion for Running is preferred.
- Open to being flexible with scheduling and attending events
- Previous experience at a PR Agency or an Event Agency
Software/technical requirements :
- Microsoft Office
Company DescriptionFounded in 1990, Sunrise Systems is an award winning IT/Professional Staffing firm to Fortune 500 and State/Local Government Agencies.
Company Description
Founded in 1990, Sunrise Systems is an award winning IT/Professional Staffing firm to Fortune 500 and State/Local Government Agencies.