Senior Director, Communications

Summary

The Sr. Director of Communications will drive external communications and public relations strategy to shape brand perception, enhance corporate reputation, and build trust among media, consumers, and stakeholders. As a leader within the marketing and communications department, this role will be a trusted advisor to Cosm executives and responsible for guiding a high-performing team, liaising between internal and external partners, and amplifying the company's public profile, all while ensuring strategic and consistent communications that align with organizational priorities.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned communications professional with experience in sports, entertainment, and technology. This individual leads by example and is collaborative, adaptable, and forward-thinking.

Responsibilities

Lead a best-in-class integrated communications plan to increase awareness, relevance, and visibility of Cosm's brand, platform, and leaders

Oversee external press relations and proactive press outreach to secure high-impact placements across sport, entertainment, business, technology, and advertising pressDrive announcement strategy for major corporate news, as well as partnerships, sponsorships, events, and launchesManage a successful awards program that prioritizes ongoing, year-round nominations and submissions to position Cosm and its leaders as best-in-class.Advance and co-drive an effective athlete and talent relations arm in close partnership with the Marketing and Partnerships teamsDevelop a sustainable on-the-ground media relations strategy that can be implemented and replicated across all Cosm locationsSupport internal communications efforts by equipping corporate and venues employees with the tools and resources necessary to represent the Cosm brandSupport executive visibility and thought leadership within the sports and entertainment industrySupport crisis communications planning and reputation management effortsEnsure consistency of voice, narrative, and positioning across all communications efforts, the Cosm brand, and the entire Cosm platform

Experience

12+ years of relevant experience in sports and entertainment, technology, and/or corporate communications5+ years of experience as a people manager who leads by example and fosters high-performing and collaborative teamsExperience as a corporate spokesperson and building long-term relationships with media outlets and personnelStrategic thinker who plans ten steps ahead, considers both short and long-term implications behind every communications plan and decisionDemonstrated ability to write and edit both technically and creatively, and effectively communicate complex information and elaborate concepts to both internal and external audiencesAdaptable in a fast-paced environment with an acute ability to make level-headed decisions under pressure and actualize those decisions into impactful resultsStrong understanding of sports, talent and athletes, film and entertainment, popular culture, and the ever-evolving technological landscapeAbility to travel on a regular basis

The annualized base salary range for this position in California is $175,000 to $210,000. The base salary offered will factor in internal equity and may also vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and relevant experience, among other factors.