Communications Associate

At DraftKings, we're inspired by our shared passion for developing creative solutions to complex challenges and empowering the people around us to do their best work. We are industry leaders in the digital entertainment and technology space and are propelled by constant curiosity and diverse perspectives.

Be the strategy behind the game.

We are searching for a smart and proactive Communications Associate. This individual will play a crucial role supporting company projects and initiatives, while also delivering on team objectives. The Communications Associate will function as a supporting member of DraftKings’ Communications Department, working across the team in a variety of areas including consumer, corporate, CSR, awards, speaking engagements and social media.

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What you’ll do as a Corporate Communications Associate :

• Assist in developing and drafting communications-related materials including but not limited to press releases, prep documents, media pitches, social copy, award submissions, speaking engagement proposals, and LinkedIn news content.
• Begin building relationships with business, sports, entrepreneurial, tech, employer and CSR media to garner a steady stream of timely coverage.
• Proactively research and present potential story angles and other public-facing opportunities for DraftKings.
• Research and manage ongoing opportunities for DraftKings’ executive visibility, company-related awards and executive social media content.
• Assist in development of internal and external presentation decks and performance recaps.
• Develop comprehensive coverage reports following tentpole corporate announcements.
• Update and maintain detailed media lists.
• Monitor and track media coverage and team email alias for incoming media requests.
• Support administrative efforts including agendas, daily, weekly, and monthly media monitoring, and conference call coordination.
  
  

What you’ll bring:

• At least 1 year of work experience, ideally agency or in-house corporate communications and/or social media.
• The ability to follow the pace of sports storylines and availability to work weekends and holidays, depending on game schedules.
• Creativity and quick-thinking, along with strong writing skills.
• Equal parts creativity and strategy with an excitement for DraftKings’ mission and products.
• Charismatic communication skills with passion for developing deep relationships with a wide range of media.
  
  

Join Us!

Our teams are fueled by innovation. We are looking ahead, building what’s next, and continuously reinventing the industry. We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston, with teams around the world and an expanding global presence.

We strive to create a place where all feel safe, empowered, engaged, championed, and inspired. DraftKings is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. This means we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of your gender identity, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability.

Ready to build what’s next? Apply now.

As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $56,000.00 - $84,000.00, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and how that was determined during the hiring process.