About Us Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform.

Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. The Role Fanatics is seeking a strategic, influential, and highly experienced communications leader to join its Global Communications Team as Director, Internal Communications.

This role will be responsible for developing and leading the company's internal communications strategy, driving employee engagement, executive communications, organizational change initiatives, and culture-building programs across a global workforce. The Director will serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and business leaders, helping shape and communicate enterprise priorities, business transformation efforts, and company culture. This individual will partner closely with leaders across Human Resources, Technology, Facilities, Corporate Communications, and other key functions to ensure employees are informed, engaged, and aligned with Fanatics' vision, strategy, and values.

The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with exceptional storytelling capabilities and has a proven track record of leading complex communications programs in fast-paced, high-growth organizations.

What You’Ll Do

Develop and lead Fanatics' global internal communications strategy, ensuring alignment with company objectives, business priorities, and organizational culture. Serve as a strategic communications advisor to executive leadership, providing counsel on employee engagement, change management, organizational announcements, and business transformation initiatives. Lead communications planning and execution for major enterprise initiatives, including HR, technology, workplace, and operational transformations.

Partner with Corporate Communications leadership to develop and execute executive visibility and thought leadership strategies, including media opportunities, speaking engagements, industry recognition programs, and strategic content development. Drive employee engagement through innovative communications channels, campaigns, events, and content strategies that foster connection, transparency, and alignment across the organization. Oversee internal communications channels and editorial strategy, including the company intranet, leadership communications, digital signage, and employee events.

Lead communications support for Fanatics' social impact and nonprofit partnerships, including strategic storytelling, employee engagement initiatives, and external visibility opportunities. Establish communications metrics and measurement frameworks to evaluate effectiveness, identify opportunities, and continuously improve employee engagement and communications outcomes. Build strong partnerships across the organization and influence stakeholders at all levels to drive alignment and successful execution of key initiatives.