Senior Publicist

• Lead communications strategy and publicity efforts for ESPN's soccer portfolio, including global events (e.g., LaLiga, international competitions), leagues, studio programming, and talent
• Drive proactive storytelling that positions ESPN as a leading destination for soccer coverage in the U.S. and globally
• Develop and execute strategic media campaigns around key tentpoles, match windows, and major announcements
• Cultivate strong relationships with sports, business, and international media to amplify coverage and shape narratives
• Identify and elevate storylines around talent, production innovation, access, and audience growth
• Support day-to-day communications for ESPN's Global Sports portfolio, helping to align messaging across regions and properties
• Partner with international teams to ensure consistency in global narratives while allowing for local market nuance
• Assist in the development of press materials and announcements tied to global sports rights, programming, and strategic initiatives
• Help drive cross-border storytelling that reinforces ESPN's global brand positioning and reach
• Collaborate effectively across multiple time zones, demonstrating flexibility to support global teams, announcements, and live sports moments
• Draft press releases, messaging documents, media pitches, executive briefing materials, and internal communications
• Manage media relations, including building targeted lists, handling inquiries, and securing meaningful coverage across sports, culture, and business outlets
• Prepare executives and talent for interviews, media appearances, and key speaking opportunities
• Support issue management and crisis communications as needed
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Programming, Production, Editorial, Marketing, Research, Talent teams, and external league partners
• Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitive landscape to inform strategy and identify opportunities
• Generate consistent, creative story ideas that elevate ESPN's coverage, talent, and brand positioning

• 3+ years of experience in communications, PR, or media relations
• Exceptional writing skills and proven ability to manage high-stakes, deadline-driven communications
• Strong understanding of the global soccer landscape, including key leagues, competitions, and storylines
• Familiarity with the broader global sports ecosystem and ability to navigate international narratives and stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with executives, partners, and media
• Comfort working in a 24/7 news cycle and supporting early mornings, nights, or weekends as needed
• Proficient with media monitoring tools, digital platforms, and basic design or video editing tools
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, PR, Journalism, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent professional experience

• Experience in communications or PR supporting streaming, sports, technology, media, or digital products
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse markets and media
• Familiarity with ESPN's brand, soccer portfolio, global sports footprint, and the wider Disney ecosystem
• Ability to understand and explain ratings, audience measurement, and data-driven insights
• A genuine passion for sports and entertainment, with an understanding of how fans engage with content across platforms

A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits