The American Gaming Association (AGA) seeks a Manager, Communications to support the execution of strategic communications and media relations efforts. Reporting to the Senior Director, Strategic Communications & Media Relations, the manager will play a key role in implementing communication campaigns, managing day-to-day media activity, and supporting broader storytelling initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a proactive, collaborative, and highly organized communicator who can effectively manage a diverse workload.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Compile and distribute daily AGA clips email.
Monitor breaking or trending news related to key industry areas.
Draft communications materials, including press releases, media alerts, op-eds, editorial columns, talking points, and member email updates.
Manage the AGA press inbox.
Support and maintain media lists and distribution databases.
Collaborate with marketing team on drafting and review of content for AGA social media.
Review and edit materials across teams to ensure clarity and consistency.
Track timelines and help coordinate calendars for communication campaigns.
Provide support for media events, press calls, and other association events and activations.
Experience, Education & Skills
Bachelor’s degree required.
One to three years of relevant communications experience.
Motivated, self-starter able to work independently, as well as collaboratively with all AGA staff to advance organization objectives.
Strong written and oral communication skills, including writing and editing for a variety of platforms.
Superior organization skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in AP Style.
Familiarity with media monitoring and distrubtion tools such as Cision and TV Eyes.
As the national trade group representing the U.S. casino industry, the American Gaming Association (AGA) fosters a policy and business environment where legal, regulated gaming thrives. The AGA’s diverse membership of commercial and tribal casino operators, sports betting and iGaming companies, gaming suppliers, and more lead the $329 billion industry and support 1.8 million jobs across the country.
We offer the opportunity to work on behalf of a dynamic industry and fantastic benefits, including competitive pay; generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave; 401(k) retirement plan; comprehensive, company-paid healthcare; cell phone coverage; and monthly metro benefits. This position is expected on-site at our downtown office Tuesday through Thursday.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to: https://www. americangaming.org/careers
