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Director, Communications

Seaworldentertainment Open · verified Sep 23, 2026
Busch Gardens Tampa Full-time Director Communications

At a glance

Leadership Communications role at Seaworldentertainment. Busch Gardens Tampa · full-time.

Pay not stated Communications salary

RoleCommunications
SeniorityDirector
LocationBusch Gardens Tampa
EmploymentFull-time
PostedJul 8, 2026 · 2mo ago
Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Set the communications direction and carry the parks’ message to varied audiences
  • Handle media relationships across all parks, including timely responses and proactive outreach
  • Plan communications content that supports reputation, attendance and the brand promise
  • Manage issues, act as a media spokesperson and prepare internal interviewees
  • Lead communications managers plus the Social Media, Content and PR teams

What you bring

  • A bachelor’s degree in communications, English, public relations or a related discipline
  • At least five years in senior-level communications work
  • Proven experience leading teams and building a centralized communications approach
  • Background in travel, hospitality or entertainment, including work with NGOs or advocacy groups
  • Strong public speaking, presentations and media relations skills under pressure

Who this fits

You’ll suit a senior communications leader who can manage teams, represent parks publicly and guide issue response. The role is based at Busch Gardens Tampa and covers communications across Busch Gardens and Adventure Island. It also fits someone familiar with influencer marketing and communications tied to environmental or marine-life conservation.

From the employer

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

What you get to do:

As our Director of Communications, you will be an enthusiastic advocate for the SeaWorld message and vision. You’ll reinforce our commitment to providing guests with positive experiences and memories that last a lifetime. You’ll also promote our passion for conserving our environment and preserving marine life for generations to come. We need you to:

  • Strategize and lead a robust communications initiative
  • Evangelize the Busch Gardens and Adventure Island parks message to a variety of audiences
  • Provide proactive and responsive media relations management across all parks
  • Develop strategic communications content plans to drive positive reputation, park attendance and add value to brand promise
  • Lead issue management process
  • Serve as company spokesperson as needed for media responses, on-camera interviews, etc.
  • Deliver high-level strategic communication solutions
  • Oversee and guide park-based communications managers
  • Develop and lead communications training and interview preparation for internal spokespeople
  • Hire, inspire and develop an exceptional communications team
  • Lead and manage Social Media, Content and PR Teams.
  • Incorporate best practices into communications strategy
  • Communicate professionally and effectively with Ambassadors, vendors and our guests


What it takes to succeed:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, PR or a related field
  • At least 5 years of high-level communications experience
  • Demonstrated team leadership experience
  • Experience in the travel, hospitality or entertainment industries
  • Proven success developing a centralized communications model
  • Experience interfacing with NGOs and other advocacy groups
  • Understanding of influencers and influencer marketing
  • A background in corporate social responsibility is a plus
  • Exceptional presentation and public speaking skills, a strong media relation background, and the ability to work well under pressure.

The perks of the position:

  • Paid Time Off
  • Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
  • Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K Retirement plan
  • Voluntary Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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