Specialist, Communications

Phoenix Suns
Phoenix, AZ
Player 15 Group Headquarters

Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary

Player 15 Group – the sports & entertainment company behind the Phoenix Suns (NBA) , Phoenix Mercury (WNBA) , Valley Suns (G League) , and PHX Arena — is redefining the industry standard. Headquartered in downtown Phoenix and engaging fans across the world, Player 15 Group is driven by possibility, innovation, and the desire to create memorable moments for our fans and community.

Our culture is anchored in purpose-driven leadership and fueled by individuals who bring passion, creativity, and vision to everything they do. We challenge convention, amplify voices, and create experiences that resonate well beyond the final buzzer. This is where talent meets purpose and bold ideas become reality.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Specialist, Communications to support corporate communications initiatives for the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury.

What You Will Do

  • Collaborate with the communications team to develop and execute earned media strategies to generate coverage for the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury’s off-court initiatives.
  • Draft media materials including media briefs, talking points, advisories, and press releases.
  • Work cross-functionally with marketing, corporate partnerships, ticket sales and service, and Phoenix Suns/Phoenix Mercury Foundation teams to identify story opportunities.
  • Manage speaking engagements; create executive briefs
  • Proactively pitch stories to media and staff media interviews.
  • Manage day-to-day media requests by coordinating interview availability and providing relevant background materials.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with local media.
  • Monitor media and social media coverage and conversation.
  • Create weekly and monthly media coverage recap reports.
  • Maintain and update media contact lists and databases.
  • Develop and oversee a calendar of appearances, events and announcements.
  • Other duties as assigned.

What We Need From Our Specialist, Communications

  • Positive attitude
  • Ability to work with a wide variety of people and develop strong relationships
  • Able to multi-task under time constraints, meet deadlines and work within a fast-paced industry/environment; must be very detail oriented
  • Excellent communications skills; an ability to express ideas clearly and concisely
  • Ability to work irregular hours, including nights, weekends, holidays
  • Must have basic understanding of Microsoft Office

Experience/ Education Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of public relations/communications experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in communications, journalism or public relations.

What You Can Expect

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by the Specialist Communications to optimally perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to transit throughout the arena and Player 15 HQ for long periods of time.
This position works mainly indoors, removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is
  • S-Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.
  • Must be able to carry on a conversation both on the phone and in-person.
  • Ability to Read, Write & Speak in English
  • Wide range of full-time benefit options including
  • Medical, Dental and Vision coverages
  • Life and Disability options
  • Vacation, sick and holiday leave programs
  • In-arena work requirements with the potential of hybrid schedules based on each role and department.
  • Perks:
  • Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
  • Tickets available for Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury games
  • Visit our Culture page learn more about our culture and work environment
The Phoenix Suns & Phoenix Mercury are committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact our People & Culture Recruiting team at [email protected]
Posted 2025-08-29

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