[RECORDING ACADEMY] Communications Coordinator

The Recording Academy is seeking a Communications Coordinator to join the Communications team. As a music-loving communications professional, you will support the full range of the department's work including media monitoring, reporting, media relations, events, thought leadership, and more. Reporting to the Manager, Communications, you will work across all stages of the communications cycle, from messaging to activation to analysis, contributing broadly to the Academy’s communications efforts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support scheduling and logistics for media interviews.

  • Maintain and contribute to the department PR/media editorial calendar.

  • Maintain and update media lists, including researching new outlets and contacts.

  • Serve as first point of contact for incoming media requests, conducting initial research and routing to the appropriate team member.

  • Support corporate communications efforts, including executive talking points, brand messaging, interview briefs, thought leadership, and more.

  • Partner with members of the communications team on generating press coverage for various events, campaigns, and other organizational initiatives.

  • Coordinate credentialing, event logistics, and on-site operations during Grammy Week and other year-round events.

  • Support the review process, drafting, and dissemination of press materials, including press releases and media alerts.

  • Utilize department tools including MuckRack, BusinessWire, and Marketing Cloud for press monitoring and materials distribution.

  • Provide support across the full communications team and assist with special projects within the larger Marketing & Communications Department as needed.

  • Track, compile, and distribute daily and monthly press coverage reports highlighting the Academy brand, flagging inaccuracies or noteworthy coverage as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong writing, research, and organizational skills.

  • Comfort working with media databases and tracking tools.

  • 1-2 years' experience in Communications or Public Relations.

  • Strong prioritization, time management, and multitasking abilities.

  • Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications, Marketing or related field. 

The starting rate for this position is $24.10 to $26.10 per hour, benchmarked against industry standards. Rates for positions required to be in specific geographic locations reflect the corresponding labor market. 

Role is hybrid (Los Angeles, CA)

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Jaia Thomas