Manager Internal Communications
Academy Sports + OutdoorsTexas, United States
Posted April 1, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
At Academy Sports + Outdoors, we believe in the power of fun. And we believe in helping our customers have more of it. With a wide assortment of sporting and outdoors gear, Academy offers the best brands under one roof — curated to make the most of every budget. Day in and day out, our 20,000+ Team Members bring a sense of adventure, energy, and passion to work. Understanding our people and the things that matter to them has been at the core of Academy culture for over 80 years. We take pride in creating a workplace that values hard work, commitment, growth, and of course, FUN. Academy — headquartered in Katy, TX, a suburb of Houston — is one of the nation’s largest sporting goods and outdoor stores. We offer a broad assortment of quality hunting, fishing, and camping equipment and gear, as well as sports and leisure products, footwear, apparel, and much more. Originally founded in 1938 as a family business in Texas, Academy has grown to a wide network of 301 stores across 21 states as of March 7, 2025. Looking to join our team? Search available opportunities today: careers.academy.com
Job Description
Manager Internal Communications will lead the development of enterprise-wide internal communications, translating complex business priorities into clear, compelling stories that connect Team Members to Academy's purpose, strategy, and culture.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, English, public relations, marketing, advertising, or a related field (required)
- 5+ years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, journalism, or content strategy (required)
- Proven experience developing written communications for corporate or enterprise audiences (required)
- Experience managing and optimizing digital communication platforms such as intranets or CMS tools (preferred)
- Prior corporate retail or agency experience (preferred)
- Experience managing employees and leading through influence
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- A team-first attitude
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Benefits package
- Opportunities for growth and development
