Media Relations and Communications Manager

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly proficient Media Relations and Communications Manager to join the 2026 Major League Volleyball Champions, The Dallas PULSE. This front office role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate information is written and distributed to the media, fans and league. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and comes with deep experience working with media in support of a collegiate or professional sports organization -Volleyball is highly preferred. Responsibilities focus on managing media outlets, drafting press releases and match notes, coordinating player and coach interviews, and pitching stories to shape the organization's narrative.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESMedia Relations:Act as the primary contact for local and national sports journalists with a focus on game daysFulfill media requests and credential applications in advance of game days and throughout each gameWork in tandem with external PR agency establishing clear and distinct roles, priorities and accountabilitiesWrite and pitch story ideas for various media outlets and influencers regarding players, coaches and franchiseStatistics:Plan, write, and coordinate fan facing articles, stats and highlights for the bi-weekly company newsletterWrite game day recaps (match notes) and distribute to proper channelsAccountable for proper formatting, proofing, accuracy and timely distributionEnsure up to date stats are presented on website, company server, and Major League Volleyball portalsPlayer and Staff PR:Collaborate with volleyball operations and coach for scheduling and approval of interviews and media presencePrep and provide insight to athletes, coaches, and front-office executives for press conferences and interviewsLeague Liaison:Liase with Major League Volleyball league representatives, comparing notes and confirming accuracy in all communications and for all channelsInform front office and coaching staff of league changes involving players, coaches and franchise developmentsCollect and distribute league news in a timely mannerCross-Department Collaboration:Work closely with marketing, creative and social media teams to ensure consistent team branding in all platformsWork with game day operations and security teams to establish designated areas and processes for media check ins, credential pick ups and press conferencesQualifications & RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or Sport Management3–5 years of experience working in public relations, sports, or media, with existing relationships in the sports media landscapeExcellent writing and editing skills, agency management abilities, and the capacity to multitask in a fast-paced game day environment- expect long hours during game daysWrites with precision, timeliness, proficiency, and grammatical accuracyRelentless attention to detail regarding statisticsReports to: VP Marketing & CreativeWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.Position Overview: We are seeking a highly proficient Media Relations and Communications Manager to join the 2026 Major League Volleyball Champions, The Dallas PULSE. This front office role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate information is written and distributed to the media, fans and league. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and comes with deep experience working with media in support of a collegiate or professional sports organization -Volleyball is highly preferred. Responsibilities focus on managing media outlets, drafting press releases and match notes, coordinating player and coach interviews, and pitching stories to shape the organization's narrative.KEY RESPONSIBILITIESMedia Relations:Statistics:Player and Staff PR:League Liaison:Cross-Department Collaboration:Qualifications & RequirementsReports to: VP Marketing & CreativeWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.