Manager, Communications

WHO WILL THIS ROLE APPEAL TO?
Individuals that thrive working in a fast-paced, innovative environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient. Must have excellent interpersonal skills; has the ability to nurture important relationships with key stakeholders; and has the business acumen/maturity to analyze complex issues to develop relevant and realistic plans, programs and recommendations.

POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director, Communications, the Communications manager will focus on strategic corporate (institutional/brand) communications, editorial writing, media relations and creative content ideation to support overall communications goals. The position will manage the navigation of communications strategies that support the overall strategic vision of the Dr. Phillips Center. The ideal candidate is a team player, media savvy and a people person, who can juggle many tasks with different stakeholders across multiple disciplines. They will be embedded with different departments, including community engagement & corporate affairs, education & youth productions and inter-department creative/digital/project management teams to execute PR related activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement public relations and media strategies to engage with traditional and digital media/bloggers.
• Manage media relationships, distribution platforms and the department’s content calendar to ensure alignment across external and internal communications tools.
• Write and edit press releases, advisories, speeches, reports and other media-related copy.
• Oversee the awards and recognition program in coordination with the corporate affairs team.
• Organize and oversee event as it relates to communications/PR/organizational efforts, such as press conferences, press tours, speaking engagements with leadership and show-specific media needs in the venue.
• Work with the Director, Communications to develop regular media coverage reports & daily update emails.
• Work with the Public Relations Show Manager support show marketing efforts as needed.
• Develop and implement public relations and media strategies to engage with traditional and digital media/bloggers.
• Manage media relationships, distribution platforms and the department’s content calendar to ensure alignment across external and internal communications tools.
• Write and edit press releases, advisories, speeches, reports and other media-related copy.
• Oversee the awards and recognition program in coordination with the corporate affairs team.
• Organize and oversee event as it relates to communications/PR/organizational efforts, such as press conferences, press tours, speaking engagements with leadership and show-specific media needs in the venue.
• Work with the Director, Communications to develop regular media coverage reports & daily update emails.
• Work with the Public Relations Show Manager support show marketing efforts as needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, digital marketing or relevant field
• A minimum of 2-3 years of experience working in-house or at an agency is favorable. Experience in the entertainment industry a plus. A passion for the performing arts is desired.
• Exceptional written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior management, our Board of Directors and colleagues.
• Knowledge of AP style writing. Extensive, compelling writing skills for multi-purpose organizational initiatives (presentations, annual reports, executive communications)
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple simultaneous projects.
• Fluency both in speaking and writing Spanish is a plus.
• Excellent judgment and creative problem-solving skills. Energetic, flexible, collaborative, and proactive.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position requires the ability to work a variable schedule, evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet operational needs.

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