WNBL

Media & PR Manager

WNBL

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  • Melbourne Victoria Australia
  • Full Time
5 Jan 2025
Applications 0

Description

  • Shape the future narrative of women's basketball in Australia
  • Drive high-impact media coverage in premier national sporting league
  • Convenient office location of Queens Road, Melbourne

About Us

The NBL Group, in partnership with the Wollemi Capital Group Syndicate, is redefining the future of women’s basketball in Australia. The Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) is preparing to embark on a transformative journey to enhance its visibility, engagement, and impact on the sports landscape, from April 2025.

With a commitment to fostering growth and innovation, the NBL Group aims to elevate the WNBL to new heights, building on a legacy of excellence while creating sustainable opportunities for athletes, fans, and communities across Australia.

What You'll Do

As Media & PR Manager, you'll drive the WNBL's media strategy and public profile during an exciting new era for the league. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and the NBL Chief Content & Media Officer, you'll develop compelling communications, build strong media relationships, and create engaging content that showcases our players, teams, and league initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Media Strategy & Relations

  • Lead the WNBL's media strategy and drive year-on-year growth in coverage
  • Build and maintain relationships with key media stakeholders
  • Manage league communications and media inquiries
  • Lead crisis communications and issues management

Content & Communications

  • Create and distribute engaging media content across multiple platforms
  • Manage live event coverage, including press conferences and interviews
  • Develop strategic communications for major events and milestones
  • Oversee social media strategy and digital engagement

Stakeholder Management

  • Support clubs with media relations training and resources
  • Facilitate player media opportunities and story development
  • Work with executives to align communications with league messaging
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated campaigns

What You Bring

We're looking for someone with:

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in media relations, preferably in sports or entertainment
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong understanding of the sports media landscape
  • Experience managing multiple projects under pressure
  • Content creation and social media expertise
  • Understanding of Australian basketball highly regarded
  • Passion for women's sport and gender equity

Why Join Us?

  • Shape the Future of Women's Basketball: Be part of a groundbreaking transition for the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) as it enters a historic new era under the leadership of the Wollemi Capital Group Syndicate and NBL.
  • Strategic Growth Opportunity: Play a pivotal role in enhancing the visibility, operations, and competitive success of the WNBL ahead of the 2025/26 season.
  • Cultural Impact: Contribute to elevating women's sports and creating sustainable opportunities for athletes and communities across Australia.

Why Wait?

Seize this opportunity to make a lasting impact on women’s sports in Australia.

The WNBL is dedicated to championing diversity and inclusion. We wholeheartedly embrace individual differences and warmly welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including First Nations peoples.

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