Communications Coordinator - North York, Canada - Tennis Canada

Tennis Canada

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North York, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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WHO WE ARE?

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 become 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 a first Grand Slam singles title at the 2019 US Open as well as a first appearance in the Davis Cup final in Madrid and increased participation and interest in the sport.

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

Based at Tennis Canada's Sobeys Stadium office in Toronto, ON and reporting to the Manager, Communications, the Coordinator, Communications will be a crucial member of Tennis Canada's growing communications and PR team.

This fast-paced role will work within a department that's at the heart of all Tennis Canada initiatives, including the world-class Masters 1000 event, the National Bank Open in Toronto.

With the recent success Canadian tennis has enjoyed, including a first Canadian Grand Slam singles champion in Bianca Andreescu, a Davis Cup championship and multiple breakout stars on the ATP and WTA Tours, there's no better time to be involved in tennis in Canada

The duties of this role include, but are not limited to:

Play an integral role in the day-to-day operations of the Communications department
Research, write and edit media releases and advisories
Produce a daily media report for internal stakeholders
Assist in the collection and selection of photography for all print and electronic communications and maintain photo database for organization
Maintain the Tennis Canada Virtual Media Centre yearround
Assist the Manager, Communications in the coordination of media operations and PR initiatives for Billie Jean King Cup and Davis Cup ties
Support the communications team in the production of corporate communications documents.
Assist the Manager, Communications in producing media reports for senior management and stakeholders
Support the communications team in the planning and delivery of Tennis Canada initiatives
Work with the content team to produce and publish content for the Tennis Canada and National Bank Open websites
Assist in the content creation and production of National Bank Open fan communications, including newsletters, fan guide and media guide
Lead a team of volunteers and summer staff during the National Bank Open
Coordinate directly with suppliers, vendors and corporate partners in the leadup to and during the National Bank Open
Work directly with the ATP Tour Communications team on various PR initiatives for the National Bank Open
Assist with setup and operations of professional, working media centre, and provide worldclass service to both national and international media members during the National Bank Open

WHO ARE YOU?

Postsecondary degree in Public Relations/Communications or a related field
2 to 3 years of experience working in communications, sports, or journalism
Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written
Excellent organization and time management skills and attention to detail
Capacity to work independently as well as a team player
Show tact, great work ethic, professionalism
Knowledge of tennis
Bilingual French (asset)

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Join the team that's making Canadian tennis history
Be behind the scenes of the National Bank Open
Be part of and learn from a friendly, passionate communications team with a great culture
Work in a dogfriendly office
Benefit from a generous organisation that truly cares about its employees