Director, PR & Comms

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Our mission is to improve the performance of athletes and teams, which we do by engineering the premier technology platform for sport. We've been at the forefront of sports technology and science since 2006 - we don't just work in the sporting industry, we are actively changing its future.  Our solutions are designed to help athletes and coaches “play smart” in a world where 1% can literally mean the difference between winning and losing.

We work with over 3,000 teams around the world, empowering coaches, managers and trainers in premier teams in the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, EPL, AFL, NRL, NCAA and more. We provide the information they need to optimize athletes’ health, game-day readiness, and performance, as well as in-game tactics.  Our solutions include wearable technology, video analytics, and athlete monitoring solutions, and we are passionate about helping sports organizations at all levels to better scout, recruit, teach, and win.

 

WE WANT PEOPLE WHO ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT PR & COMMS. 

As the Director of PR & Communications, you will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive public relations and communications strategy that enhances the global visibility of Catapult, a fast-growing SaaS tech business within the sports space. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong media relationships, shaping our brand narrative, and managing all external and internal communications efforts. This role requires a dynamic, strategic leader who can elevate our reputation and thought leadership through creative storytelling, media engagement, and strategic communications that drive business growth.

This Director of PR & Communications role is ideal for a creative and strategic communicator passionate about elevating brand presence and driving thought leadership within the sports tech industry. If you’re excited about leading global PR efforts in a fast-growing, innovative company, we’d love to hear from you!

 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

Public Relations Strategy & Execution:

• Develop and execute a global PR strategy that builds brand awareness, enhances the company’s reputation, and positions Catapult as the leader in the sports tech industry.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media outlets, industry analysts, and influencers, ensuring consistent and favorable coverage in top-tier publications.
• Craft and pitch compelling press releases, media kits, and storylines that showcase the company’s innovation, product launches, and thought leadership.
• Manage crisis communications and reputation management efforts, preparing appropriate responses for potential issues that could impact the company’s brand.

Corporate Communications:

• Develop and oversee the corporate communications strategy to ensure clear, consistent messaging across all external and internal channels.
• Serve as the key point of contact for executive leadership, collaborating closely to shape and deliver executive-level communications including speeches, op-eds, and public appearances.
• Drive internal communications to ensure employees are informed, aligned, and engaged with the company’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
• Lead the creation of executive-level presentations for events, keynotes, and media interviews, positioning leadership as thought leaders within the industry.

Thought Leadership & Brand Positioning:

• Establish Catapult as the leading voice in the sports tech space by developing thought leadership content, including white papers, bylined articles, blogs, and speaking opportunities at major industry events.
• Collaborate with Product Marketing and other teams to align messaging on key topics, such as innovation, technology trends, and customer success stories.
• Identify and pursue speaking engagements, awards, and other opportunities to position the company’s leaders and p