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Sport Publicist

SkyLife

Auckland

Category PR, Advertising & Marketing Jobs

Introduction KO WAI MTOU I ABOUT SKY Welcome to Rangiata | Sky, the ultimate entertainment destination that connects Kiwis to the stories and sport they love, in ways tailored just for them. Our Sky crew work tirelessly to ensure we are Aotearoa's most engaging and essential media company. We're incredibly proud of our achievements, but that doesn't mean we're satisfied.

As innovators, we constantly challenge ourselves to redefine boundaries and adapt to the ever-changing marketplace. Come be your authentic self at Sky, where we actively listen and adapt to create shared experiences that excite both our customers and our crew. As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, we proudly champion inclusivity and diversity as our core values, and we are open to applicants of all gender identities to feel welcomed and supported during the application process.

We have included a "Diverse" category for those who identify as non-binary, genderqueer, genderfluid, or any other gender identity outside the binary system of male/female. TE TRANGA I THE ROLE Are you a savvy storyteller with a passion for sport and a knack for building hype? Sky is on the hunt for a Sports Publicist to champion our stellar Sky Sport line-up, tell the stories behind the action, and make sure Kiwis know exactly where the best sport lives. Reporting to the Head of Communications, youll play a lead role in driving the publicity game plan for Sky Sport.

From our award-winning talent to the unrivalled depth and breadth of our content, youll be the one bringing it to life across Aotearoas media landscape. This is your chance to turn your passion for sport into headlines, features, and unforgettable media moments. Key responsibilities will include: Developing and delivering proactive publicity campaigns to support Sky Sport content, talent and brand.

Pitching and securing earned media coverage across broadcast, digital, and print. Building and maintaining strong relationships with sports media, stakeholders and talent. Identifying and leveraging media opportunities around key sporting moments and stories.

Collaborating across marketing, social media and internal teams to amplify our messages and reach. NG PKENGA ME NG WHEAKO I WHAT YOU WILL BRING Youll be a natural communicator with a nose for a good story and a love for all things sport. You know how to build relationships, spot publicity gold, and deliver campaigns that cut through the noise.

Youre proactive, confident, and ready to own the sports publicity space at Sky. ESSENTIAL 4 years experience in publicity, communications, or journalism. Solid network and media relationships within New Zealands sports and media scenes.

Passion for sport you live and breathe it. A persuasive communicator with proven influencing skills and a strategic mindset. Self-starter with a creative spark and eye for opportunities others might miss.

PREFERRED A relevant qualification in journalism, communications, or public relations. KO NG HUANGA I WHA.

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