Communications Specialist
NBCUniversal
Full-time
On-site
Stamford Connecticut United States
Sports
Company Description
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
Role Purpose
To publicize and promote NBC Sports programming, production, partners, and talent in accordance with the company’s overall strategy and brand position.
Responsibilities
Support NBC Sports Communications department in numerous ways, including writing and distributing press releases, coordinating media interviews, and generating social media posts.
Assist with maintaining press lists, scheduling media conference calls and department meetings, and maintaining and updating NBC Sports’ media-dedicated website.
Work on day-to-day media relations for numerous NBC Sports properties, including the NFL, Big Ten, Premier League, motorsports, horse racing, Olympic sports, and many others.
Serve as a member of the NBC Sports Communications team and contribute to initiatives, PR campaigns, and events, as needed, including travel.
Contribute to creative publicity opportunities for properties, executives, and talent.
Provide coverage for live studio shows and game programs for NFL, Big Ten, motorsports, golf, and other properties creating press releases centered on notable talent quotes.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations
Experience working in Communications, Public Relations and/or Sports industry
Additional Qualifications
Excellent writing skills
Passion for sports
Must be a team player
Must be a self-starter, assertive, enthusiastic and highly motivated
Must be detail-oriented, focused and organized
Must be resourceful and be able to multitask and prioritize
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to exhibit flexibility, and relationship building skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, and high-energy environment, with capability to work within target deadlines
Desired Characteristics
Experience writing press releases a strong plus
Experience using CisionPoint a strong plus
Understanding of TV Sports industry, ratings, and processes a strong plus
Ability to create social media graphics and Photoshop experience a strong plus
Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
Additional Requirements:
This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the Stamford, CT office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].
NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.
Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.
Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('Versant') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.
Job Description
Role Purpose
To publicize and promote NBC Sports programming, production, partners, and talent in accordance with the company’s overall strategy and brand position.
Responsibilities
Support NBC Sports Communications department in numerous ways, including writing and distributing press releases, coordinating media interviews, and generating social media posts.
Assist with maintaining press lists, scheduling media conference calls and department meetings, and maintaining and updating NBC Sports’ media-dedicated website.
Work on day-to-day media relations for numerous NBC Sports properties, including the NFL, Big Ten, Premier League, motorsports, horse racing, Olympic sports, and many others.
Serve as a member of the NBC Sports Communications team and contribute to initiatives, PR campaigns, and events, as needed, including travel.
Contribute to creative publicity opportunities for properties, executives, and talent.
Provide coverage for live studio shows and game programs for NFL, Big Ten, motorsports, golf, and other properties creating press releases centered on notable talent quotes.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations
Experience working in Communications, Public Relations and/or Sports industry
Additional Qualifications
Excellent writing skills
Passion for sports
Must be a team player
Must be a self-starter, assertive, enthusiastic and highly motivated
Must be detail-oriented, focused and organized
Must be resourceful and be able to multitask and prioritize
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to exhibit flexibility, and relationship building skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative, and high-energy environment, with capability to work within target deadlines
Desired Characteristics
Experience writing press releases a strong plus
Experience using CisionPoint a strong plus
Understanding of TV Sports industry, ratings, and processes a strong plus
Ability to create social media graphics and Photoshop experience a strong plus
Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
Additional Requirements:
This position has been designated as hybrid, which currently requires contributing from the Stamford, CT office a minimum of three days per week. Beginning January 5, 2026, hybrid employees will be required to work from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.
Additional Information
As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].