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City Sports (Chicago, IL) is seeking Communications Specialist to perform the following duties:
- Develop, write, edit, and distribute brand-consistent content for Chicago City Sports across multiple platforms, including press releases, website content, promotional materials, email campaigns, in-store signage, and digital marketing initiatives, highlighting exclusive product launches and brand partnerships (Nike, Jordan, adidas, Timberland, Puma, Converse, etc.);
- Draft internal announcements, executive communications, and promotional memoranda as directed by management to ensure consistent corporate messaging across the company’s retail locations;
- Maintain and manage editorial calendars for website updates, product launches, community events, and social media platforms, targeting multi-generational customers, sneaker enthusiasts, and local communities;
- Monitor, analyze, and draft responses to customer engagement and community feedback to maintain strong brand loyalty and positive public perception;
- Stay informed of trends in athletic footwear, streetwear, sneaker culture, and digital marketing tools to ensure competitive positioning within the sports retail industry;
- Identify potential reputational risks and public relations opportunities, and advise management on appropriate communication strategies;
- Analyze social media metrics, website analytics, and campaign performance data to enhance brand reputation and customer engagement across all retail markets;
- Collaborate with merchandising, sales, e-commerce, and store operations teams to coordinate promotional campaigns, community outreach initiatives, and product launch events;
- Perform other communications specialist duties as assigned by management in support of corporate branding and strategic growth initiatives. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or closely related, and 6 months of related experience.
Salary & Benefits: $65,749/year, plus Paid Time Offand Medical Insurance.
If qualified and interested, submit your resume to:
City Sports
Emai: hr@palmusa.com
Reference Job ID: 7261