OCVIBE
Communications Manager, Venues
OCVIBE, Anaheim, CA, United States
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Join our team to help create and develop the future of live entertainment and sports in Orange County!
Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel best suit you, as an applicant, you can always see your application status in your profile.
Mission: To enrich the lives in our community through shared experiences, welcoming spaces, and responsible actions.
Vision: We will be the social and entertainment center of Orange County - a place where the cultural kaleidoscope of the region converges and connects. Our vibrant, rich collection of experiences will celebrate the diversity of our community.
Values: Be Safe | Do the Right Thing | Be Generous | Include Everyone | Make it Easy | Be Bold
Job Title:
Communications Manager, Venues
Pay Details:
The annual base salary range for this position in California is $72,000 to $85,000 per year. The starting pay for the successful candidate depends on various job-related factors, including but not limited to the candidate's geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education/training, internal value, peer equity, external market demands, and organizational considerations.
Are you passionate about concerts, live events, sports, and the Southern California entertainment scene? The Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in promoting the unforgettable experiences hosted at Honda Center, Grove of Anaheim, and the exciting new OCVIBE venues. Reporting to the Director of Media & Communications, this role is perfect for a strategic and creative communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You'll develop compelling publicity campaigns, foster media relationships, and collaborate with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry to amplify the visibility of world-class events and venues.
Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Education - Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required - 5+ Year's
This position is on-site.
Company:
OC Sports & Entertainment, LLC
Our Commitment:
We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Thanks for your interest in becoming part of ocV!BE!
Join our team to help create and develop the future of live entertainment and sports in Orange County!
Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel best suit you, as an applicant, you can always see your application status in your profile.
Mission: To enrich the lives in our community through shared experiences, welcoming spaces, and responsible actions.
Vision: We will be the social and entertainment center of Orange County - a place where the cultural kaleidoscope of the region converges and connects. Our vibrant, rich collection of experiences will celebrate the diversity of our community.
Values: Be Safe | Do the Right Thing | Be Generous | Include Everyone | Make it Easy | Be Bold
Job Title:
Communications Manager, Venues
Pay Details:
The annual base salary range for this position in California is $72,000 to $85,000 per year. The starting pay for the successful candidate depends on various job-related factors, including but not limited to the candidate's geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education/training, internal value, peer equity, external market demands, and organizational considerations.
Are you passionate about concerts, live events, sports, and the Southern California entertainment scene? The Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in promoting the unforgettable experiences hosted at Honda Center, Grove of Anaheim, and the exciting new OCVIBE venues. Reporting to the Director of Media & Communications, this role is perfect for a strategic and creative communications professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You'll develop compelling publicity campaigns, foster media relationships, and collaborate with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry to amplify the visibility of world-class events and venues.
Responsibilities
- Act as the primary PR contact, managing communications for ticketed events at Honda Center, Grove of Anaheim, and future OCVIBE venues
- Work events as the onsite PR contact, meeting with tour team members, securing media credentials, finalizing media tickets, and escorting photographers around the venue during shows
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with local, national, and industry media
- Collaborate with promoters, artists, publicists, and tour representatives to execute impactful campaigns
- Craft and manage media materials, including press releases, media alerts, press conferences, photos, and interviews for events and venue news
- Partner with the communications team to create storylines that align with the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values
- Identify key media opportunities like award submissions and feature stories
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop creative social media content strategies that reflect the unique tone and voice
- Manage website copy and content for Honda Center
- Build promotional plans to attract new events and shows to Honda Center
- Oversee venue crisis communications strategies and maintain updated protocols for stakeholders
- Lead onsite and remote media activations, such as press events, red carpets, interviews, and venue milestone celebrations
- Partner with internal teams to generate innovative ideas for consistent earned media coverage
- Execute cross-promotional opportunities that tie into sponsors, Anaheim Ducks branding, and upcoming shows
- Manage media databases, track coverage, and create analytics reports
- Develop relationships with influencers and manage influencer programs
- Create and execute backstage activations and performer gifting programs
- Supervise the Media & Communications Coordinator, ensuring high-quality support for photography, press logistics, and project execution
- Assist the Director in managing department budgets, invoices, and expense reporting
- Collaborate with third-party PR firms as needed
- Support community and corporate events
- Take on special projects, including event procurement research and crisis communication planning
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
- At least 5 years of communications experience, ideally within live events, entertainment, or PR
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to build strong relationships
- Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Creative, self-driven, and able to thrive in a collaborative team environment
- Deep knowledge of and enthusiasm for the live events and concert industry
- Flexible schedule, including the ability to work evenings and weekends as required
- Experience with Canva, Cision, and TV Eyes is a plus
- Proficiency in Spanish (spoken and written) is a plus
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Education - Bachelor's Degree
Experience Required - 5+ Year's
This position is on-site.
Company:
OC Sports & Entertainment, LLC
Our Commitment:
We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.
Thanks for your interest in becoming part of ocV!BE!