Director, Brand and Communications

About OEG Sports & Entertainment: 

OEG Sports & Entertainment delivers North America’s leading sports and entertainment experiences to connect our fans to their passions. Located in the heart of the ICE District, OEG owns the 5-time Stanley Cup Champion Edmonton Oilers, the WHL’s three-time Memorial Cup Champion Edmonton Oil Kings, and the AHL’s Bakersfield Condors.

Role Summary:

Reporting to the SVP, Business Operations., the Director, Brand and Communications is the lead role in all marketing efforts and a key contributor to the overall brand management. Responsibilities include strategizing, developing, and implementing marketing communications, as well as branding activity and oversees all promotional and advertising efforts to drive sales and brand awareness. 

 

Core Responsibilities and Duties:

• Marketing and Brand Strategy and direction
• Oversee and direct communications team
• Place traditional and digital media buys to promote games
• Build relationships with key stakeholders in media and ad buys
• Build ad copy (scripts) for commercials
• Oversee production of advertising and commercials
• Assist with promotional and theme game night calendar
• Assist with lead generation through marketing efforts
• Oversee web design and app functionality
• Makes recommendations related to new technology and equipment

 

Education, Experience and Skills:

• Degree is required. In lieu of degree, extensive experience in a related field will be considered

• 2-5 years of experience in a related field
• Experience with Media buys
• Understanding of Digital Media landscape as it relates to advertising and promotion
• Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Fluent or proficient in After Effects preferred (ability to create motion graphics preferred

 

Who You Are:

• You have the ability to, and you enjoy building strong relationships with external customers
• You are passionate about Sports and Entertainment
• You have strong customer service skills and the ability to ensure excellent customer care to both internal and external clients
• You have the ability to execute exceptional organizational skills in the face of tight deadlines and multiple demands.
• You thrive working independently and effectively in a high-pressure environment
• You have effective oral and written communication skills in addition to a strong telephone presence.
• You are available to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required
• You have access to a vehicle and a motor vehicle license (or ability to obtain one prior to employment)

 

What’s in it for you?

• Health and Dental Benefit Options
• 401K Matching Program
• 3 Weeks of Paid Vacation
• Social Work Culture + Employee Events

 

Compensation:

• $77,000 annual salary
• $5,000 bonus package

 

Next Steps:

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Those moving forward in the process will be contacted by a member of our team.

 

Stay in Touch!

https://www.bakersfieldcondors.com/