Manager of corporate communications job description

Job DescriptionJob Description: Approved Meta Remote Locations: Baltimore, MD (***), Boston, MA (***), Houston, TX (***), Los Angeles, CA (***), and San Diego, CA (***).

WhatsApp is looking for an experienced Product Communications Manager to join our small and agile team. The ideal candidate is someone who is creative, proactive, and brings a proven track record of launching consumer products on a global scale. We are looking for someone who has carried out high-profile campaigns and brings established relationships with media and opinion leaders in the U.S., but also have a very global mindset. The ideal candidate is the type of person who oozes creativity and regularly thinks outside the box. WhatsApp's user base is broad and diverse, and we want to find ways to connect with them all, no matter where they are. In addition, this person should have an interest and understanding of how issues like privacy and security impact the lives of our users around the world. This is a hands-on role with significant day-to-day responsibilities working with leaders across WhatsApp and Meta.
Product Communications Manager, WhatsApp Responsibilities:
- Create and implement the communications strategy that tells the story of WhatsApp and the benefits the product brings to users around the world
- Build and maintain meaningful relationships with key technology and consumer press as well as other external stakeholders
- Devise and lead product launches and proactive media campaigns for WhatsApp products and initiatives - work closely with teams in key countries to ensure these launches can be successful in the diverse communities we serve
- Develop and create a wide range of communications materials including blog posts, communications plans, statements, briefing materials for executives and more
- Prepare and train spokespeople as well as represent WhatsApp to the media
- Counsel cross-functional partners in engineering, product, policy, legal, and other groups within the company on communications considerations for product updates
- Be able to simplify complex ideas or technical issues and make them understandable, relatable, and visual
- Support crisis communications and be able to quickly drive a cross-functional team when needed

Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience working in the technology industry, corporate communications, and mass media including experience developing campaigns that have achieved their goals
- Communications and decision-making experience creating and executing communications programs
- Experience working at a technology company (corporation or start-up) and hands-on work with product managers and other leaders
- Bachelors degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Writing, or another field
- 8+ years of experience in communications and public relations

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working on communications and public relations strategies outside the U.S.
- Experience working on product launches around the globe
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JOB SUMMARY: The Manager, Corporate Communications - Universal Parks & Resorts (UPR), is responsible for contributing to the strategy and leading the planning and implementation of Corporate Communications projects, with a primary focus on global internal communications initiatives directed at Team Members (employees) across the Universal Parks & Resorts organization.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Partners with the Vice President and Director of UPR Corporate Communications to develop a global, internal corporate communications strategy that delivers creative, targeted and innovative communication and content supporting Team Members (employees) at all levels.

+ Plans and executes multi-layered programs to keep Team Members informed, connected, and engaged. This includes company-wide communications, video content, newsletters, corporate updates, executive presentations and messaging, Team Member events and meetings, and more.

+ Develops creative and compelling programs and content that support key UPR initiatives, including but not limited to diversity, equity and inclusion, community impact, external affairs, new products, content, and ventures.

+ Contributes to new technology strategy, development, and content streams to support evolving communication methods.

+ Proactively identify opportunities to enhance communication and improve processes. Monitors Internal and Corporate Communication best practices to help the department always advance and innovate.

+ Collaborates with UPR destination-specific and NBCUniversal communications teams on ongoing projects and best-practice sharing to ensure alignment and consistency in corporate brand messaging and strategies.

+ Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or English preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

+ 5+ years of experience in corporate communications, preferably with a focus on internal/employee communications.

+ Additional experience with project management, planning and implementation, executive communications, relationship building, written and verbal communication, media relations, and budget management are preferred.

+ Experience with Cision and WordPress is preferred

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.

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Our Global PR & Communications Marketing team seeks a seasoned Marketing Manager, PR and Corporate Communications.

The successful candidate possesses subject matter expertise in the development and execution of executive leadership communication programs, public relations, press releases, media relations and marketing communications strategies that elevate the IDEXX brand globally.
What you will do:

* Develop and execute on PR and executive communications programs that elevate the brand globally.
* Write and edit content for the executive communications strategy, including articles, emails, and social media posts.
* Work closely with the Global PR Lead to create an aligned strategic vision for external thought leadership communications in support of brand and business objectives.
* Elevating the voices of select senior leadership on specific topics aligned with business strategy, including innovation, sustainability, diversity and industry-specific issues through a mix of social media posts and published written pieces.
* Develop and drive overall executive communications strategy (what/when/how to communicate] as well as create and manage a calendar of communications for thought leadership and storytelling programs.
* Support the CEO and other senior leaders with external communications requests.
* Collaborate with the Global PR Lead on profile-raising initiatives for executives, including planning thought leadership content, support on media interviews, preparing briefing materials, and identifying speaking engagements.
* Collaborate and coordinate with EU PR manager on Thought Leadership efforts.
* Collaborate with multiple functions and teams across the company including Legal, Investor Relations, Employee Communications, and Corporate Responsibility.
* Partner with the Integrated Content Strategist to ensure content is timely, accurate, clear, and digestible.
* Establish and track metrics to effectively measure impact and identify opportunities for improvement.
* Work closely with Associate Director and team supporting strategic priorities by planning and executing on assigned projects.
* Support PR team on a range of communication materials including press releases, key messaging and media statements in partnership with key stakeholders.
* Support on relevant crisis communications and corporate storytelling.

What you will need to succeed:

* Proven experience as a writer, communications or public relations professional with at least 5+ years of relevant experience.
* Experience in executive communications and working with senior leadership.
* Excellent communication [i.e. written and verbal] and strong project management skills, with exceptional attention to detail. Writing sample submission is required.
* Background in or degree in journalism a plus with the ability to write in different voices.
* Analytic mind-comfortable with basic data analysis and reporting out on metrics with the ability to analyze results and make recommendations.
* Collaborate and drive alignment with multiple stakeholders from cross-functional groups.
* Strong executive presence and voice.
* Ability to prioritize and multitask; strong project management skills.
* Comfortable with feedback from key stakeholders and making decisions based on their own expertise.
* Willingness to research and be resourceful to further delve into topics for content development.
* Must be comfortable with Microsoft Office and handling administrative tasks.
* Be Curious. Has a natural interest in doing own research to stay on top of industry trends and best practices through various sources (i.e. LinkedIn influencers, trade publications, etc.).
* Bachelor's Degree in journalism or communication preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Why IDEXX

We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals health and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let's pursue what matters together!

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.