Vice President, Communications - Vancouver, Canada - Canucks Sports & Entertainment

Canucks Sports & Entertainment

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Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

POSITION:
Vice President, Communications

DEPARTMENT:
Communications

REPORTS TO:
President, CSE Business Operations & Alternate Governor

***: Reporting to the President, CSE Business Operations & Alternate Governor and as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice President, Communications provides strategic leadership and direction to corporate and team media communications staff for all CSE properties and teams. In addition, this position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies designed to initiate corporate communication that will leverage the Canucks brand in the community and for providing issue and message management for Ownership and the Senior Leadership Team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Other duties may be assigned as required)

Lead the creation and implementation of a corporate, team(s) media, and community communications strategy consistent with marketing and brand strategies
Act as media strategist for executive, team management, coaches, and players and provide strategic input, issue, message, and image management for Ownership and the Senior Leadership Team
Work with the President to support management of broadcast partner relationships
Work directly with Sportsnet to manage all local broadcast for TV and radio and ensuring on air and TV talent is delivering exceptional entertainment for our fans
Lead the creation of and work with the Director, Communication to execute strategic plans relating to player access and support for business and community initiatives
Work with SVP, Marketing to implement corporate messaging and branding internally and throughout the community
Work with SVP, Marketing to identify and pursue team and player strategies with broadcast, website, and media outlets
Create and maintain overall budget for the Communications department
Build and nurture relationship with the National Hockey League
Work closely with CSE Ownership and Senior Leadership Team on initiatives that significantly affect the strategic objectives of the organization
As required, act as spokesperson for certain company media requests to support the President, Hockey Operations, General Manager and President, CSE Business Operations
With external assistance, provide media training and guidance to members of the Senior Leadership Team
Serve as a committed and responsible member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic planning process

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

University degree in a related study or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 10 years' experience in communications, community, and media relations, with several years' related industry experience
A solid understanding of and experience using all forms of media (e.g., print, TV, radio, internet), and a confident and thoughtful approach to providing guidance and expertise to senior representatives of the company
Solid experience in leading, motivating and developing employees
Superior listening skills with a level of intellectual ability/agility
A high degree of personal integrity and consistently put the interests of the organization ahead of his/her own
Sound knowledge of NHL hockey
Creative and strategic thinker with an ability to take initiative
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Superior planning, organizational and administrative skills
Able to handle conflicting deadlines and prioritize
Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with the ability to relate professionally to all levels of staff, community partners, management, clientele, and media

Vancouver is one of the most diverse cities in the world and Canucks Sports & Entertainment strives to create a workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and represents our beautiful, unique community.

We value unique perspectives, ideas, and creativity that support a diverse, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Canucks Sports & Entertainment is committed to building and supporting a diverse team.

This position will remain open until filled.