The Seneca Nation, through its business subsidiary, Seneca Holdings, is now the proud owner of the Rochester Knighthawks, ensuring the franchise’s future in a city where the roots of lacrosse run deep.

At Seneca Holdings, we believe that a great workplace starts with a strong sense of purpose and community. As a company wholly owned by the Seneca Nation, a federally recognized American Indian Tribe, our culture is built on the values of quality, integrity, teamwork, professionalism, and connection. Every business we build plays a role in ensuring long-term economic self-sufficiency for members of the Seneca Nation. What sets us apart is we’re guided by the Seneca Nation’s Seventh Generation Principle, based on the philosophy that all decisions should be made with purpose, ensuring a positive impact on the future seven generations.

The Rochester Knighthawks are seeking a Communications and Lacrosse Operations Coordinator/Videographer in Rochester, NY. The Communications & Lacrosse Operations Coordinator/Videographer is responsible for supporting the team’s public relations, media outreach, and digital content efforts while assisting in the day-to-day operations of the lacrosse program. This role serves as a key link between the communications department, lacrosse operations staff, players, coaches, and external partners, ensuring that all public-facing and operational initiatives are executed with professionalism, accuracy, and timeliness.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Communications & Media Relations

Assist in developing and executing strategic communications plans to promote the team and its initiatives.
Write, edit, and distribute press releases, media advisories, game notes, and feature stories.
Coordinate media requests, interviews, and press conferences for players, coaches, and executives.
Manage game day media operations, including press box setup, credentialing, and post-game media availability.
Maintain relationships with local, regional, and national media outlets to increase coverage.
Contribute to website updates, social media content creation, and multimedia storytelling.

Lacrosse Operations Support

Assist in the coordination of player travel, accommodations, and logistics for games, practices, and community events.
Coordinate with equipment staff on inventory tracking and distribution.

Event & Community Engagement

Support the execution of community relations programs, youth lacrosse initiatives, and promotional appearances.
Coordinate player and staff participation in community events, clinics, and charitable programs.
Serve as a representative of the organization at team and league events.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations & Communications.

Video & Content Creation

Film and edit video content for social media, website, in-game presentation, and external distribution.
Produce short-form and long-form video projects highlighting players, coaches, community initiatives, and partners.
Manage footage from practices, games, and community events.
Assist with video board production during home games, including highlights, hype videos, and sponsor features.

Minimum Qualifications for the Position:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Sports Management, Public Relations, or a related field.
1-3 years of experience in sports communications, operations, or related roles (professional or collegiate athletics preferred).
1-3 years of experience filming and editing video content
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with attention to detail.
Knowledge of lacrosse and its culture, rules, and operations preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, and social media platforms.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and travel as required by the team schedule.
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in fast-paced environments
Ability to work non-traditional hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Key Competencies

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong time management and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain professionalism in high-pressure situations.
Creative mindset with the ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances.
Team-oriented approach with a willingness to assist in multiple areas.

Benefits and Compensation:

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs. Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

Salary at Seneca is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The range of this position in other geographic locations may differ. The projected compensation range for this position is below. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of our total compensation package for employees.

The projected compensation range for this position is:

$50,000—$60,000 USD

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Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.

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