Coordinator, Communications and Media Relations - Montréal, Canada - Tennis Canada

Tennis Canada

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Montréal, Canada

3 weeks ago

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WHO WE ARE?

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The future is bright for tennis in Canada, and you will be right in the middle of it all at Tennis Canada A national sport organization with a mission to lead the growth of tennis in Canada and a vision to be a world-leading tennis nation, Tennis Canada seeks to grow participation across the country and develop champions on the international stage.

Tennis Canada also owns and operates the world-class National Bank Open presented by Rogers tournaments in Toronto and Montreal, two of the best-run sporting events on the planet which annually bring the globe's best tennis players to Canada and continue to break attendance records year on year.

In recent times, Canadian tennis has enjoyed many historic achievements, including winning the Billie Jean King Cup in 2023 and Davis Cup the year before, the world's largest team sports competition.

Join us as we look to build on this exciting momentum and continue to produce incredible results. We are a team of innovators, who are passionate about our work and pursue excellence together everyday.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

Coordinator, Communications and Media Relations

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Based at the organization's Montreal office at IGA Stadium and reporting to the Senior Manager, Communications in Toronto, the Coordinator, Communications is a crucial member of Tennis Canada's evolving communications and media relations team. This role is at the heart of Tennis Canada's initiatives, with a particular focus on supporting the organization's High-Performance team and their programs, as well as the National Bank Open presented by Rogers.

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Responsibilities - Tennis Canada

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Play an integral role in the daytoday operations of the communications department.
Support Tennis Canada's overarching media relations strategy with a particular focus on Montreal and the wider Quebec market.
Provide communications support for Tennis Canada's High-Performance department, including their athletes, coaches, and programs.
Execution of the communications and media relations plan for Tennis Canada's pro transition athletes, the National Tennis Centre, U15 Prospect Team and Club Support Program.
Working with key High-Performance staff, oversee the production of the High-Performance Newsletter each quarter.
Contribute heavily to the production and maintenance of key High-Performance documentation (e.g. Whole Player Development Pathway, HP Handbook etc.).
Contribute to the communications team's strategy for professional and national events and programs including, but not limited to: Challengers, Juniors, Masters, Wheelchair and University.
Provide communications and media relations support for Team Canada at the Billie Jean King Cup, Davis Cup, the Olympics and Paralympics, including travel and being onsite at ties/events when required.
Research, write and edit press releases, advisories and media pitches.
Review publicfacing materials when required.
Maintain the Tennis Canada Virtual Media Centre and photography storage platform yearround.
Produce regular media coverage reports using CISION and be prepared to present the results to internal and external stakeholders as required.
Produce content for the digital channels of Tennis Canada and the National Bank Open.

Responsibilities - National Bank Open presented by Rogers

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Assist in the management of the media accreditation process for the tournament.
Play a support role in the development and execution of the media relations and communications strategy.
Assist in the planning and logistics of public relations events prior to and during the tournament.
Play an important role in the management of a working Media Centre during the tournament.
Produce content for the National Bank Open's digital channels when required.
Research, write and edit press releases, advisories and media pitches.
Review publicfacing materials when required, including ticketholder and stakeholder communications.

WHO YOU ARE?

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College diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Sports Management, Sports Journalism, or related field.
Minimum 23 years of experience in the field of communications, ideally at a sports organization or NSO.
Excellent interpersonal and communications (oral and written) skills.
Ability to manage large volumes of work and meet deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
A team player capable of working without supervision, whilst maintaining high standards.
Knowledge of a broad range of communications documents and tools (press releases, media advisories etc.)
A basic understanding of Canadian tennis events and the highperformance system is an asset.
Bilingualism is preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

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This role requires regular evening and weekend work, as well as the availability to travel for approximately 4 weeks per year.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?