Manager, Communications
United Talent Agency
Senior Communications Manager
TCGplayer (an eBay company)
full-time
Posted on:
Location: 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $84,800 - $146,900 per year
Job Level
Senior
About the role
- Develop and execute external communications strategies and PR plans that align with the company goals, ensuring consistent, compelling messaging across media channels
- Draft and edit press releases, media statements, op-eds, speeches, blog posts, and other external-facing materials that reflect the company’s brand voice
- Stay informed on industry trends, competitive activities, and emerging media opportunities to highlight TCGplayer as a market leader
- Manage and oversee external PR agency partners, freelancers, and other vendors to ensure deliverables are on time, on budget, and on brand
- Partner with sellers on the TCGplayer marketplace to help them enhance their profiles and optimize their engagement strategies
- Drive executive thought leadership by partnering with senior executives on opportunities including speaking engagements, panels, bylined articles, and social media presence
- Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, industry analysts, and media outlets; proactively pitch stories, op-eds, and interviews to secure coverage
- Collaborate with eBay communications experts to shape compelling narratives around the broader Collectibles space
- Support crisis communication planning and execution to protect and enhance the company’s reputation during sensitive or high-profile situations
- Manage communications strategy for major events, conferences, and product launches, including messaging, media invitations, and onsite press relations
- Leverage AI-powered tools for media monitoring, trend analysis, and content optimization to strengthen storytelling and campaign effectiveness
- Track, analyze, and report on media coverage, PR campaign performance, and brand sentiment to inform future strategies
Requirements
- Minimum 7-8 years of experience in external communications, public relations, or a similar role, with a proven track record of developing and executing communication strategies
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail
- Media relations expertise and experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Demonstrated success in managing and influencing external and internal stakeholders
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders including executive leadership
