Junior Publicist – Sports
About the Role
We are looking for an ambitious and experienced Junior Publicist to join a leading sports communications agency that works with high-profile sports talent, brands and organisations across the UK and internationally.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong media relations experience, excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for sport. You will play a key role in delivering proactive publicity campaigns, managing media relationships, supporting commercial partnerships and helping to build and protect the profiles of elite sports personalities.
The role offers exposure to international media, major sporting events and high-profile talent, making it an excellent opportunity for a publicist looking to take the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and deliver proactive publicity campaigns across an international client portfolio.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, broadcasters and media outlets.
- Draft press releases, briefing documents, media notes and Q&A materials.
- Identify and secure media opportunities that support client objectives.
- Manage media enquiries and act as a key point of contact for journalists.
- Coordinate and attend media interviews, press events and promotional activities.
- Support the delivery of commercial and sponsorship obligations.
- Assist with reputation management and crisis communications when required.
- Manage and create social media content across relevant platforms.
- Monitor, analyse and report on media coverage and social media engagement.
- Work closely with talent, brand partners and external stakeholders.
About You
- Previous experience within Public Relations, Communications or Sports PR.
- Strong understanding of the sports media landscape.
- Experience working directly with talent, athletes or public-facing personalities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong copywriting and content creation abilities.
- Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Confident managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities.
- Degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or a related field preferred.
Desirable
- Existing contacts within sports, lifestyle or mainstream media.
- Experience managing social media channels and content.
- Additional language skills would be advantageous.
Additional Information
This role will involve occasional evening and weekend work, as well as attendance at events and media opportunities in the UK and overseas when required.
If you are passionate about sport, media and communications, and are looking to develop your career within a highly respected sports PR environment, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £24,420.00-£28,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
