Communications & Internal Events Coordinator

Do you like variety and a fast-paced environment? Are you great at keeping multiple balls in the air? The Lucasfilm Communications Coordinator is a vital role in the company, assisting with internal communications, company Public Relations (PR) activities and internal events. You would never be bored in this role! 

You will help communicate news and events to employees, help plan fun and engaging internal events to enrich our culture, contribute content for social media, website, intranet and other communication channels, as well as coordinate Make-A-Wish visits, an incredibly valuable and rewarding partnership for Lucasfilm.  

This role focuses mainly on internal communications, corporate PR initiatives and coordinating community relations activities, acting as an ambassador and liaison with internal and external groups as well as coordinating companywide projects and events. The Communications Coordinator is an integral part of the Lucasfilm Publicity team. We work at a fast pace, so someone who can juggle a lot of moving pieces and has a keen eye for detail and organization is key.

What You’ll Do

• Write and disseminate internal company communications, including emails, intranet, digital screen and website content. 

• Maintain an editorial calendar for corporate communications channels. 

• Support the planning and execution of companywide events and employee programs, as well as draft supporting communications for approval and distribution. 

• Support internal and external publicity & communications projects.  

• As part of the core corporate social media team, contribute content for social media platforms (Facebook and Instagram) and monitor online communities. 

• Maintain and update various press and internal distribution lists as needed, as well as internal trackers and databases. 

• Provide campus tours for VIPs, partners, executives and external groups and visitors. 

• Coordinate tours and logistics for large groups visiting Lucasfilm.  

• Work closely with external charitable partners and organizations, including providing tours for charitable partners and families, as well as coordinating quarterly charity screenings. 

• Act as Lucasfilm liaison to Disney Corporate Citizenship and Make-A-Wish Foundation, and coordinate local community relations initiatives in partnership with HR (e.g. Back to School, Earth Month, Holiday Toy Drive and more). 

• Assist Communications Manager in supporting multiple departments, including marketing, fan relations, HR, security, business affairs, IT and other key departments with communications needs. 

• Support Communications Manager with creation of Keynote presentations and other materials for company meetings and events. 

• Perform administrative duties including, but not limited to, screening and routing PR hotline phone calls, managing calendars, entering facilities requests, processing invoices, scheduling meetings and shipping needs. 

• Assist with special projects and events as needed. 

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years in-house or agency PR experience required; experience in a corporate environment preferred; entertainment industry experience a plus

• Experience in interacting with all levels of management, including executive management 

• Proficient in Google Suite, Microsoft Office and Keynote

• Proficient in internet-based research and social media channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to assure successful interaction with fans, senior executives, internal partners, and various external contacts 

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment 

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information 

• Ability to exercise good judgment and use discretion 

• A self-starter - ability to take initiative and proactively problem solve 

• Ability to work with limited supervision 

• Strong organizational and follow-through skills 

• Proven experience in multi-tasking and working with multiple people and priorities 

• Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment 

• Demonstrated flexibility and professionalism in an environment where change is constant 

• Detail oriented 

• Enthusiastic attitude and strong work ethic 

• Good customer service skills and excellent telephone manner

• General knowledge and/or experience in the entertainment industry

• Ability to work overtime and occasional weekend work

Nice to Have: 

• A college degree in Public Relations, Communications, English or Journalism or a related field preferred. Please be prepared to provide writing samples.