Communications Coordinator in Beaverton, Oregon - #72746 | VanderHouwen

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Job Id: 72746

Communications Coordinator
Our client is seeking a Communications Coordinator to support brand storytelling and communications initiatives for a leading organization within the running industry. This role is ideal for a communications professional with experience in sports or athletic brands who enjoys building media relationships, creating compelling content, and supporting high-profile events. The ideal candidate is collaborative, organized, adaptable, and passionate about delivering impactful communications across a fast-paced environment.

This role is a hybrid model in Beaverton, Oregon with occasional domestic travel.

Communications Coordinator Responsibilities

• Develop, write, and edit communications materials, including press releases, media resources, talking points, and other public relations content.
• Support communications strategies and campaigns that promote brand initiatives within the running category.
• Build and maintain relationships with media contacts, agency partners, and internal stakeholders while serving as a resource for communications-related requests.
• Coordinate communications support for events, including media activities, interviews, press conferences, and on-site brand activations.
• Organize and manage multiple communications projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining attention to detail.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop communications plans and contribute ideas for storytelling opportunities.
• Research media outlets, industry trends, and audience opportunities to help inform communications efforts.
• Assist with budget tracking, invoice processing, reporting, and coordination with finance partners.
• Provide communications support for weekend and travel-based events as needed, maintaining flexibility to support key brand initiatives.
• Participate in team planning sessions and contribute to the successful execution of communications programs.

Communications Coordinator Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Professional communications experience within the sports industry, ideally supporting running-related brands, products, or initiatives.
• Experience supporting communications within the sports industry, with running industry experience strongly preferred.
• A portfolio or writing sample demonstrating previous communications work, such as press releases or similar public relations materials, is required.
• Demonstrated ability to write high-quality press releases and other communications materials; a writing sample is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with exceptional editing and proofreading abilities.
• Experience coordinating events, media activities, or public relations initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Flexibility to travel and support evening or weekend events as business needs require.
• Previous experience with a public relations agency, event agency, or a global consumer brand is preferred.
• Prior experience supporting a major athletic or consumer brand is highly desirable to enable a quick transition into the role.
• Passion for running and a strong understanding of the running community is preferred.

Compensation: Up to $38.03/hr. (DOE)

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