The Tampa Bay Rays Communications department is seeking a full-time communications and baseball information coordinator. This position will have a primary focus on baseball information, researching and supporting the team on all baseball information materials, and communications efforts for all baseball-specific written materials (media guide, pregame and postgame notes, press releases, postseason media guide, etc.).

Responsibilities

Research, write and update sections of the daily pregame notes (home and road games) and postgame notes (home games)
Ability to handle the entirety of pregame notes when needed, including front page, merging, exporting, emailing and uploading final documents
Update records, opponents and minor league sections of annual media guide, update stat charts in player bios in the media guide, postseason guide and in supplemental bios during regular season
Assist with production of MLB First-Year Player Draft media information, including press releases and player information
Produce press box publications for home games, including stat pack, minor league report and lineups, and assist with updating rosters after each transaction during the season
Proofread all press releases and research player notes for trades and free agent signings press releases
Track team and player milestones, handle misc. requests from coaches and clubhouse staff
Assist press box attendant with printing and copying needs in the press box
Assist in summarizing news stories and compiling press clips, when needed
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested

Qualifications

Proven writer, with proficiency in AP Style
Prior sports experience in media relations or sports information preferred
Highly knowledgeable in baseball statistics, terminology and rules; strong familiarity with MLB teams and players, both current and past
Highly skilled researcher with experience using baseball statistical databases and search functions
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Detail and deadline-oriented
Highly motivated and well organized
Proficient in Adobe InDesign and Microsoft Word and Excel

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.

Coordinator, Baseball Information & Communications