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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Media Relations/Public Relations Actively assist with proactive outreach to generate earned media coverage about the organization, marketing and sponsor-related news and announcements, community outreach events and initiatives, among others. Provide on-site staffing for various public relations events and opportunities involving media. Coordinate visits with members of the media to secure coverage of the gameday experience among various types of non-sports outlets. Assist with the development and editing media materials, including advisories and news releases. Support communications planning and execution around news related to corporate partnerships, marketing, ticket sales and promotions. Manage the development of internal communications documents, including front office talking points and organizational highlights. Maintain and develop year-round program with networks of influencers, including parenting, Chicago-based, media, etc. Identify unique angles to promote the White Sox community programs, including the youth baseball programs such as Amateur City Elite. Contribute and manage the content development process with Design Services to produce White Sox publications, including White Sox programs, yearbook, community relations newsletters, alumni newsletters, White Sox Charities annual report. Monitor and track PR-related metrics, such as media coverage, to analyze strategies and results. Special Events Support director with the planning, execution and promotion of the annual SoxFest event. Serve as the day-to-day contact with venue to help oversee work flow within organization. Work with director to oversee logistics with internal departments and ensure execution. Help support events related to public relations initiatives, including Game Changers event series. Multicultural Public Relations Support Provide support as needed to multicultural public relations team. REQUIREMENTS: 2-3 years of experience in the communications field (public relations, communications, or related field) Excellent writing, editing and communication skills Special event experience, including logistical planning and execution Superior organizational skills Interest in fan market research and analysis Ability to network and maintain positive relationships with various community networks Creative and innovative mindset to bring energy to existing networks Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with other internal departments Experience with Microsoft Office programs Familiarity with local media landscape Willingness to work long hours, during the summer including weekends and evenings Passion for White Sox baseball history and culture Ability to self-start, multi-task and problem solve Teamwork, collaborative mentality to support colleagues to get projects done Candidates interested in applying for this position should e-mail a resume to:  Jobs@Chisox.com Please insert Public Relations Coordinator as your subject line Deadline for applications is June 8, 2019 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE