Coordinator, External Communications

The NBCUniversal Advertising and Partnerships Communications team is seeking a proactive self‑starter who is ready to roll up their sleeves to help advance team priorities and business objectives. The role involves supporting all external communications, including media relations, executive communications, product communications, and thought leadership. Responsibilities include media tracking, press pitching, executive briefings, awards submissions, news recaps, executive social media, and various administrative functions. Responsibilities Serve as a key member of the Communications team, helping execute external initiatives by implementing comms plans, ideating and executing pitches, supporting executive speaking opportunities, drafting awards submissions, and crafting social copy to amplify comms announcements. Support ongoing press tracking by monitoring major papers, trades, newsletters, online outlets, and social platforms for relevant NBCUniversal news and industry clips, and distributing to senior executives, communications teams, and Advertising & Partnerships employees. Research and provide short summaries on timely industry news and developments for the division’s awareness. Support the team’s Weekly Update email and distribute to Communications team members and senior NBCUniversal executives. Aid in the development and growth of digital communication efforts. Assist in updating editorial calendars and communications team task‑management systems, including AI workflows. Utilize strong writing skills across various formats, ensuring communications are streamlined, accurate, and relevant. Assist with media relations projects that support the division’s business objectives. Develop briefing materials, prep documents, and assist in preparing key executives for public‑facing opportunities. Support executive communication strategy by managing events, speaking engagements, awards deadlines, researching industry opportunities, drafting submissions, pitching speaking opportunities, and liaising with external contacts and organizers. Qualifications 1+ year of work experience in communications, media, and/or advertising (preferred). Some experience supporting high‑profile executives and events. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience. Desired Characteristics Productivity Excellent at problem‑solving, taking initiative, proactively multi‑tasking, and prioritizing with precise attention to detail. Strong team player, able to collaborate with cross‑functional teams and adapt to new technology. Comfortable seeking clarification, offering assistance, and asking for extra support when needed. Able to manage several projects simultaneously. Curiosity Demonstrated interest in advertising sales, media, or a related B2B environment. Passion for communications, social media, events, and the advertising, entertainment, and tech industry, with an interest in pursuing a career in the field. Team Culture Proven ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with a calm and kind demeanor. Positive attitude and passion for the work and overall mission of the division and company. Takes feedback in stride and uses it as an opportunity to grow. Handles confidential and sensitive information with discretion. Highly collaborative and willing to roll up sleeves and partner across the organization. Communications Strong writing skills with the ability to see the full business picture when creating a narrative. Possesses strong interpersonal skills and can communicate effectively with all organizational levels. Hybrid This position requires a hybrid schedule, with a minimum of four days per week in the office. The Company reserves the right to change in‑office requirements at any time. Salary range $55,000 – $58,000 (overtime eligible) Additional Information As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in‑person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. Please submit your request to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr NBCUniversal