Internal Communications Associate

We’re defining what it means to build and deliver the most extraordinary sports and entertainment experiences. Our global team is trailblazing new markets, developing cutting-edge products, and shaping the future of responsible gaming.

Here, “impossible” isn’t part of our vocabulary. You’ll face some of the toughest but most rewarding challenges of your career. They’re worth it. Channeling your inner grit will accelerate your growth, help us win as a team, and create unforgettable moments for our customers.

The Crown Is Yours

We’re looking for a highly motivated Internal Communications Associate with a strong communications foundation and a passion for building brand culture to join the DraftKings communications team. We’re an agile, fast-paced, and international company where you’ll strategically create engaging and informative content that resonates with the entire organization. As an Internal Communications Associate, you will play a critical role with in our communications team and will partner with stakeholders across the business. You will be tuned into the pulse of the business and will amplify the product launches, people initiatives, and key stories that matter most to our employees.

What you’ll do as an Internal Communications Associate

• Create and execute proactive communications plans to inform and unite employees across the globe in an engaging and authentic way. 

• Collaborate cross-departmentally to develop content and news stories that resonate with DraftKings employees.

• Support in the management of and content creation for DraftKings’ intranet, newsletters, slack channels, and digital screens, along with analyzing metrics for these platforms. 

• Coordinate and manage the internal communications calendar. 

• Build communications surrounding product launches, business partnerships, new market entries, HR initiatives, internal events, corporate social responsibility endeavors, executive event appearances, influencer spokespeople, and more. 

 

What you’ll bring   

• At least 2 years of relevant communications experience

• A passion for writing and the ability to craft clear and concise prose and tell stories that resonate

• Extreme attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Positive, self-motivating attitude with a willingness to adopt a team-first mentality to get in the trenches together

• High emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills to work seamlessly with internal stakeholders 

• Ability to think outside the box and bring a fresh perspective to present and future opportunities, including entirely new ideas not being considered

• Experience with graphic design and video editing is a plus

• Collaborative working style — our comms team is small and agile. While we have dedicated coverage areas, we all jump in and work together to support each other when company priorities require all hands on deck or specific problem-solving

Join Our Team

We’re a publicly traded (NASDAQ: DKNG) technology company headquartered in Boston. As a regulated gaming company, you may be required to obtain a gaming license issued by the appropriate state agency as a condition of employment. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through the process if this is relevant to your role.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is 56,000.00 USD - 70,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. Our ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The compensation information displayed on each job posting reflects the range for new hire pay rates for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range and how that was determined during the hiring process. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.