strategic communications manager

Disney Entertainment Television

<div><p>As a vital member of the Strategic Communications team, the <b>Communications Manager</b> plays an essential role in supporting both proactive and reactive communications efforts for Disney Entertainment Television (DET). This role helps manage day-to-day press engagement with journalists, contributes to crisis communications planning and response, and supports the development of messaging that protects and promotes DET&rsquo;s business, talent and brands.</p><p></p><p>
This individual will report to the Vice President, Corporate Communications, and collaborate closely with partners across Communications, Publicity, Marketing, Legal, Labor Relations and other DET teams. First and foremost, the Communications Manager is a strong and experienced writer capable of quickly crafting a compelling narrative from assorted information from a variety of sources. This individual is an organized project manager, proactive and comfortable navigating fast-moving news cycles.</p><p></p><p>
As a thought partner in the crisis communications realm, this individual will support plans to address and resolve potential issues and must have a keen ability to react to unexpected developments in real time.</p><p></p><p>
The role requires professionalism, sound judgment and pre-existing relationships with entertainment journalists. The ability to build and maintain new, additional working relationships with reporters and industry partners is a must.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Draft and refine messaging strategies that promote our titles, executives and brand initiatives.</li><li>
Coordinate responses to press inquiries and maintain regular communication with key entertainment reporters and media outlets.</li><li>
Support the development and execution of crisis communications strategies to stay ahead of critical issues involving talent, content and personnel.</li><li>
Assist in identifying external communications opportunities for executives and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them.</li><li>
Manage logistics and support for executive speaking opportunities, interviews, and media engagements, providing counsel on issues-oriented messaging as needed.</li><li>
Collect research and write reports, summaries, executive remarks, talking points and press releases, as needed.</li><li>
Partner with other teams spanning The Walt Disney Company and Disney Entertainment Television to nurture a cohesive, collaborative group.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Basic Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
5+ years&rsquo; experience spanning:<ul><li>
Writing and editing; successful candidate must be an excellent writer, editor and communicator of ideas and strategies.</li><li>
Crisis communications strategies, ideally at a streaming platform, television network or studio.</li></ul></li><li>
Ability to function as a highly effective member of Disney Entertainment Television&rsquo;s Strategic Communications team and work collaboratively with internal stakeholders.</li><li>
You must be proactive, decisive, and able to support multiple projects at the same time.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Experience contributing to communications/messaging campaigns across a variety of trade and consumer media, including supporting media interviews or press opportunities.</li><li>
Established relationships with entertainment journalists.</li><li>
Content publicity experience.</li><li>
Familiarity with industry trends and related business news.</li><li>
A love of television and familiarity with current shows and talent across the entertainment landscape.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Required Education:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or higher in communications, journalism and/or public relations.</li></ul><br>
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The hiring range for this position in California is $115,500.00 to $154,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate&rsquo;s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.</div>

Communications Manager

The Home Depot

<p>Position Purpose:<br/></p><p>The Manager, Brand PR is a key member of The Home Depot Public Relations team, responsible for developing and executing strategic external communications that elevate the company&rsquo;s brand, product innovation, and business priorities. This role partners cross-functionally with Marketing, Merchandising, eCommerce, and other internal stakeholders to design and deliver integrated earned media strategies that engage do-it-yourself and professional customers while supporting year-over-year business growth.<br/></p><p>The Manager, Brand PR leads the development of compelling brand narratives, drives media and influencer engagement, and ensures alignment across earned and owned channels. This role requires strong media relations expertise, strategic thinking, and disciplined execution to deliver measurable results. Success in this position depends on the ability to influence stakeholders, manage multiple priorities, and translate complex business initiatives into impactful communications that strengthen The Home Depot&rsquo;s reputation and market leadership.<br/></p><p>Key Responsibilities:<br/></p><p>45% Manage &amp; Support Strategies - Planning and execution of internal and external communications; Serve as communications partner to senior leaders and teams within to amplify key initiatives for both internal and external audiences; Specifically, partner with function and project teams to deliver effective communications that support business objectives; Drive consistency of messaging and partner with internal channel owners to find creative ways to connect company strategy and goals to communications<br/>30% Message Creation - Create messaging and materials for initiative-based and regular, ongoing communications including key messaging and priorities to be readily understood by associates at various level<br/>20% Delivering Results - Develop and deliver a measurable earned media strategy that supports The Home Depot's product innovation objectives and engages The Home Depot's customer base of do-it-yourselfers and professional contractors and drives year-over-year business growth<br/>5% Communication - Develop sustained communications metrics to assess ongoing effectiveness of internal and external communication efforts<br/></p><p>Direct Manager/Direct Reports:<br/></p><p>This position typically reports to Sr. Manager, Brand Comms Marketing &amp; Online<br/>This position has 2 Direct Reports<br/></p><p>Travel Requirements:<br/></p><p>Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.<br/></p><p>Physical Requirements:<br/></p><p>Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.<br/></p><p>Working Conditions:<br/></p><p>Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.<br/></p><p>Minimum Qualifications:<br/></p><p>Must be eighteen years of age or older.<br/>Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.<br/></p><p>Preferred Qualifications:<br/></p><p>8+ years of previous agency or in-house PR experience, retail strongly preferred<br/>Experience developing and delivering a measurable earned media strategy that supports specific product innovation objectives and engages a customer base to drive year-over-year business growth.<br/>Proven experience providing counsel, developing, and executing communications campaigns that support business objectives in collaboration with merchandising, e-commerce, marketing, professional services and other departments within and organization<br/>Experience developing strong collaborative partnerships with internal marketing teams to support new marketing and sales initiatives<br/></p><p>Minimum Education:<br/></p><p>The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.<br/></p><p>Preferred Education:<br/></p><p>No additional education<br/></p><p>Minimum Years of Work Experience:<br/></p><p>6<br/></p><p>Preferred Years of Work Experience:<br/></p><p>No additional years of experience<br/></p><p>Minimum Leadership Experience:<br/></p><p>None<br/></p><p>Preferred Leadership Experience:<br/></p><p>None<br/></p><p>Certifications:<br/></p><p>None<br/></p><p>Competencies:<br/></p><p>Business Insights<br/>Cultivates Innovation<br/>Builds Networks<br/>Communicates Effectively<br/></p>

Manager, Brand Communications

Signet Jewelers

<div><p>We have many opportunities available on our other career site pages. Click here to link to our careers page!</p><p></p><p>
Our banner is part of Signet Jewelers, a purpose-driven company who believes love inspires love and whose mission it is to enable all people to Celebrate Life and Express Love. Signet Jewelers is also a &ldquo;Great Place to Work-Certified&trade;&rdquo; company. Innovation and brilliance &ndash; two things that set us apart. Join us!</p><p></p>
The Sr Manager, Brand Communications and PR will support the VP of Brand Communications and PR to lead PR, media relations and high impact internal communications for the luxury arm of the Signet Jewelers portfolio. The Sr. Manager, Brand Communications and PR role will build brand specific PR and communications that will include consumer and trade media relations, celebrity / VIP dressing, press events, VIP ambassador programs, and executive visibility. This role will also support internal communications, corporate announcements and charitable / sustainability efforts in alignment with the central team&rsquo;s strategies<p><b>
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>
Develop and implement comprehensive brand communication and public relations strategies aligned with company goals and objectives.</li><li>
Manage all aspects of media relations, including proactive outreach, press release development, media kit creation, and crisis communications.</li><li>
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, industry influencers, and other relevant stakeholders.</li><li>
Oversee the creation and distribution of compelling content for various channels, including press releases, media pitches, corporate messaging, and internal communications.</li><li>
Monitor media coverage, analyze PR campaign effectiveness, and provide regular reports on key metrics and insights.</li><li>
Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, executive leadership, and other departments to ensure consistent brand messaging and integrated communication efforts.</li><li>
Manage external PR agencies and consultants, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and effective resource utilization.</li><li>
Identify and mitigate potential reputational risks through proactive planning and rapid response strategies.</li><li>
Stay informed of industry trends, competitive landscape, and best practices in brand communications and public relations.</li><li>
Support executive visibility initiatives, including media training and speaking engagements.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>
NYC based candidates ONLY</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field</li><li>
10+ years recommended in a communications/public relations field</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong editing ability. Experience with crisis communications a plus.</li><li>
Ability to multi-task and the flexibility to managing multiple projects with competing priorities and shifting timeframes, with the capacity to prioritize and operate with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines</li><li>
Proficiency with PC software tools for communications, presentations and reports, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li><li>
Working knowledge of the design and layout of communications materials</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
BENEFITS AND PERKS:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family covered that is active on day 1 of employment</p></li><li><p>
Generous 401(k) matching after just one year to help secure your financial future</p></li><li><p>
Ample paid time off, plus seven holidays to recharge and unwind</p></li><li><p>
Exclusive discounts on premium merchandise just for you</p></li><li><p>
Dynamic Learning &amp; Development programs to support your growth</p></li><li><p>
And more!</p></li></ul><p></p><p><i>
The salary range for this opportunity is $110,000 - $150,000. </i><i>Base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job related knowledge, skills and experience, among other factors.</i></p><p></p><p>
Don't forget, We have many opportunities available on our other career site pages. Click here to link to our careers page!</p></div>

Sr. Manager, Brand Communications and PR (NYC Candidates Only)

ABIS

<div><p>We are seeking an Associate Public Relations Representative with 8&ndash;12 years of experience in strategic communications to work at Saudi Aramco in Dhahran. The role involves supporting and executing communication strategies, engaging with stakeholders, and delivering impactful messaging across multiple channels within a dynamic corporate environment.</p><b><br>
Requirements</b><br>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Communications or a related field
</li><li>8&ndash;12 years of experience in strategic communications, either in-house or within a consultancy environment
</li><li>Experience in the Oil &amp; Gas, Energy, or Technology sectors is preferred
</li><li>Regional experience is considered an advantage
</li><li>Strong experience in developing and implementing multi-channel communication strategies
</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic is desirable
</li><li>Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal, and project management skills
</li><li>Ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders and executives
</li><li>Experience presenting communication strategies, activation plans, and KPIs to leadership teams
</li><li>Ability to translate complex technical information into clear and compelling communication content
</li><li>Advanced or professional qualifications in Communications are preferred
</li><li>Strong understanding of communications strategy and corporate messaging</li></ul></div>

Associate Public Relations Rep | Saudi Aramco SMP

Desert Financial Credit Union

<div><p>The Vice President of Strategy, Marketing &amp; Communications serves as the executive leader responsible for shaping and driving SwitchThink's market position, brand authority, and growth trajectory. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role is a key member of the senior leadership team and holds enterprise-wide accountability for integrated strategy development, marketing execution, and corporate communications.</p>
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This executive will architect and scale the marketing and communications function from the ground up, bringing deep expertise in B2B marketing to Credit Unions and IT Services. They will personally drive initiatives while directing a lean team and external contractors, owning the work alongside the people being led rather than delegating from a distance The VP will translate SwitchThink's mission into compelling brand narratives, demand generation engines, and strategic initiatives that accelerate revenue growth and deepen credit union partnerships. As both a visionary leader and a hands-on executive, they will champion brand integrity, drive measurable business outcomes, and build a high-performing team culture rooted in data, creativity, and client-first thinking.
</p><p><b>What you will do here:</b></p>
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Enterprise Strategy &amp; Vision Leadership</p>
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Partner with the CEO and executive team to define and execute SwitchThink's corporate strategy.</p>
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Lead annual strategic planning cycles, drive cross-functional alignment, and translate organizational goals into actionable marketing and communications priorities.</p>
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Brand Management &amp; Market Positioning</p>
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Own and evolve SwitchThink's brand identity, voice, and market position in the credit union IT services space.</p>
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Develop and enforce brand standards across all channels, ensuring consistency and resonance with target audiences.</p>
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Integrated Marketing &amp; Demand Generation</p>
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Architect and lead full-funnel B2B marketing campaigns targeting credit union decision-makers.</p>
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Drive pipeline growth through digital marketing, content, events, sponsorships, partnerships, and ABM strategies with clear ROI accountability.</p>
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Corporate Communications &amp; PR</p>
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Lead internal and external communications strategy, including executive communications, media relations, crisis communications, and thought leadership.</p>
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Serve as a communications advisor to the CEO and board.</p>
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Digital Strategy &amp; Content Marketing</p>
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Own digital presence including website, SEO/SEM, email, and social platforms.</p>
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Oversee the development of high-value content including thought leadership, whitepapers, case studies, and webinars that drive credibility and engagement.</p>
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Market Intelligence &amp; Competitive Insights</p>
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Lead ongoing market research, competitive analysis, win/loss reviews, and member sentiment studies.</p>
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Surface actionable insights that inform product, sales, and strategic decision-making at the executive level.</p>
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Executive Leadership &amp; Team Development</p>
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Build, lead, and develop a high-performing marketing and communications function..</p>
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Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous growth. Define team makeup and effectively use contractors.</p>
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Analytics, KPIs &amp; Performance Reporting</p>
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Establish and own marketing performance frameworks, KPI dashboards, and executive reporting.</p>
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Champion data-driven decision-making across all marketing investments and optimize spend for maximum business impact.</p>
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Budget &amp; Vendor/Agency Management</p>
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Own the enterprise marketing and communications budget.</p>
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Manage agency, freelance, and vendor relationships strategically.</p>
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Evaluate and implement marketing technology to support scale, automation, and efficiency.</p>
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Cross-Functional Executive Collaboration</p>
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Serve as a strategic partner to Sales, Account Management, Product, Operations, and Finance leadership.</p>
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Align marketing priorities with revenue goals and ensure a unified go-to-market strategy across all functions.</p>
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What you will need:</b></p>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field <b>required.</b></p>
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Master&rsquo;s degree/MBA Business Administration, Marketing, Strategy, or related field<b> preferred.</b></p>
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10+ years Progressive experience in marketing, communications, and/or corporate strategy, with demonstrated success in B2B environments<b> required.</b></p>
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5+ years Senior/executive leadership experience (VP, SVP, CMO, or equivalent) with direct team management and P&amp;L or budget accountability<b> required.</b></p>
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5+ years B2B marketing experience targeting Credit Unions, community banks, or financial services organizations; credit union IT services experience highly preferred<b> required.</b></p>
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5+ years Proven track record in demand generation, integrated campaign management, and revenue-connected marketing in a fintech environment &ndash; Preferred<b> required.</b></p>
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Executive Strategy &amp; Vision</p>
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Executive-level strategic thinking, Strategic Influence, and enterprise vision setting</p>
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Ability to shape organizational direction, set long-range priorities, and inspire confidence at the board and C-suite level<b> required.</b></p>
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Leadership &amp; Team Development</p>
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Proven ability to build and lead teams and drive change leadership</p>
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Proven track record of building high-performing teams, navigating ambiguity, leading transformation, and standing up new functions from the ground up<b> required.</b></p>
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B2B Marketing Expertise &amp; Demand Generation</p>
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Deep B2B marketing expertise,</p>
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Demonstrate Innovative Thinking</p>
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Deep command of integrated marketing strategy, brand management, and demand generation &mdash; with a track record of bringing creative, differentiated campaigns to life in competitive markets<b> required.</b></p>
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Digital Marketing &amp; Technology Proficiency</p>
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Deep expertise in SEO/SEM, marketing automation, CRM, analytics, advertising platforms, and media buying</p>
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Proficiency across digital channels including paid and organic search, marketing automation platforms, CRM systems, and campaign analytics tools<b> required.</b></p>
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Executive Communications &amp; Storytelling</p>
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Expert executive communications, media relations, crisis communications, writing and presentation skills</p>
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Outstanding ability to craft and deliver compelling narratives across executive, media, and public-facing audiences &mdash; including crisis situations<b> required.</b></p>
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Data-Driven Decision Making &amp; ROI Focus</p>
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Excellent Analytical skills,</p>
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Results Orientation</p>
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Expertise with ROI measurement</p>
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Relentless focus on measurable outcomes, pipeline growth, and revenue impact, backed by strong analytical capabilities and performance reporting<b> required.</b></p>
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Cross-Functional Collaboration &amp; Influence</p>
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Collaborative Partnership skills and strong cross-functional influence
</p><p>Expertise with budget management and vendor oversight</p>
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Demonstrated ability to build trust and alignment across diverse stakeholders, manage agency and vendor relationships, and influence outcomes without direct authority<b> required.</b></p>
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Credit Union &amp; Financial Services Industry Knowledge</p>
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Client-First Mindset
</p><p>Expertise in CU/financial services knowledge</p>
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Deep empathy for credit unions and their technology needs, grounded in hands-on experience in the credit union or community banking space<b> required.</b></p>
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We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.</p>
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For additional information about our organization, careers, and benefits visit: http://www.desertfinancial.com/careers.</p><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

VP Strategy & Marketing Communication-ST

University of Missouri-Kansas City

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<div><div><p><b>UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI - KANSAS CITY</b><br>
<b>STRATEGIC MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS</b></p><p></p><p><br>
The division of Strategic Marketing and Communications at UMKC is looking for a creative, collaborative videographer/photographer who can tell our story in various formats.</p></div>
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<div><div><p>This visual storyteller will have strong organizational and relationship-building skills, plus experience in balancing and meeting deadlines. Experience with video is the primary need for this position, but the position will require photography coverage of events and portraits as well. The ideal candidate will be adept at both mediums, but training and coaching on photography can be provided.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
The job requires someone who can:</b></p><ul><li>
Capture well-crafted video footage and assemble it into content for various marketing and communications purposes (examples include short social media video clips, storytelling interviews with students and announcements of major gifts);</li><li>
insert closed captioning, graphics, or other on-screen text into video content;</li><li>
maintain a video and photo library that can be shared by other team members;</li><li>
photograph or video campus events for internal clients as well as for public relations;</li><li>
work as a member of a team to complete projects (including other photographers, designers, project managers and relationship managers), as assigned by the creative director;</li><li>
set up and tear down cameras, audio recorders, lighting, microphones, and props;</li><li>
maintain proficiency in the use of camera equipment, computer hardware and software and adhere to policies and procedures of Strategic Marketing and Communications;</li><li>
troubleshoots problems with the equipment and make simple repairs;</li><li>
strong technical understanding of how to make the most of camera equipment and configure lighting, audio and production equipment in order to get the best results;</li><li>
make recommendations on equipment needs;</li><li>
capture and archive background film or &ldquo;B&rdquo; roll footage, as well as interviews and voiceovers;</li><li>
take portraits of faculty, staff, administrators and others as assigned;</li><li>
accurately estimate and track time and costs;</li><li>
other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div>
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<div><div><p>This is a full-time, benefit eligible staff position.</p></div>
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<div><div><p>A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.</p></div>
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Preferred Qualifications</b></h2>
<div><div><div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in art, graphics or a related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Two to three years&rsquo; experience in commercial videography or photography;</li><li>
Proficiency in the following software in Mac format: Adobe CC including Premiere, PhotoShop and Lightroom; and Microsoft Office.</li><li>
Experience with PhotoShelter, or another Digital Asset Management (DAM) platform.</li><li>
Experience operating a drone for b-roll and photography. Currently licensed is a plus.</li><li>
Knowledge of how to optimize photo and video for publication in various formats, social media, publication with digital magazines, news articles and background video on websites.</li><li>
Good people skills, including the ability to interact effectively with varied persons and personalities from all levels of an organization.</li><li>
Ability to work on multiple projects at once, prioritize accordingly, communicate progress and meet deadlines in a changing environment.</li><li>
Skills with motion graphics and advanced video editing</li><li>
Ability to think strategically about how multiple projects fit together as a whole.</li><li>
Business acumen on how to grow our photo/video enterprise in order to best support university priorities.</li><li>
The patience and perseverance to get the best possible shot.</li></ul></div>
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<div><div><p>The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $53,976 - $56,000 annually.</p><p>
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual&rsquo;s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.</p><p>
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.</p><p>
Grade: 9E<br>
University Title: STRATEGIC COMMNICATIONS CONSULTANT<br>
To review the University of Missouri&rsquo;s Staff Compensation Structure you can view the Job Code detail page. Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.</p></div>
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<div><div><p>Please provide work samples in your application.</p></div>
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<div><div><p>Job posting will remain open until filled, for best consideration apply by June 29, 2026.</p></div>
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<div><div><p>This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty &amp; Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p><p>
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.<br>
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To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity &amp; Title IX at 816-235-6910.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Videographer/Photographer - Strategic Marketing and Communications

PacMtn WDC

<p><b>Who we are</b></p><p>Pacific Mountain Workforce Development Council (PacMtn) is a regional workforce development organization serving communities across Thurston, Lewis, Pacific, Mason, and Grays Harbor counties. We partner with jobseekers, employers, educators, community-based organizations, and public agencies to expand access to opportunity&mdash;so people can build stable, meaningful careers and communities can thrive.</p><p><b>About the opportunity</b></p><p>Pacific Mountain Workforce Development is seeking a creative, organized, and highly capable Communications Manager to help bring our communications strategy to life across PacMtn, WorkSource, and Opportunity Begins Here.</p><p>This role is ideal for a hands-on communicator who enjoys turning ideas, programs, events, and regional workforce stories into clear, engaging content. The Communications Manager will support the day-to-day execution of PacMtn&rsquo;s communications work, including social media, website updates, email campaigns, graphic design, content calendars, digital storytelling, event promotion, basic analytics, and brand-aligned materials.</p><p>The Communications Manager owns many of the technical and tactical pieces that keep communications moving, and as such, should feel comfortable managing content workflows, creating polished materials, coordinating with program staff, maintaining digital channels, and helping ensure that public-facing communications are timely, accessible, accurate, and easy to understand.</p><p>The ideal candidate is a strong writer, thoughtful content creator, detail-oriented project manager, and collaborative problem-solver who can balance creativity with follow-through. They understand that strong communications is not just about making things look good&mdash;it&rsquo;s about helping people find information, understand opportunities, and take action.</p><p><b>About the role</b></p><p><i>Content production and day-to-day communications</i></p><ul><li>Draft, edit, format, and publish clear, audience-centered content for social media, websites, newsletters, email campaigns, flyers, reports, presentations, event materials, and other communications products.</li><li>Translate program information, workforce system language, and technical content into plain language that is useful, accessible, and engaging for intended audiences.</li><li>Maintain and help manage communications calendars, content trackers, project timelines, and publishing schedules.</li><li>Coordinate with program teams to gather accurate information, clarify requests, identify deadlines, and determine the best communications channels or products for each need.</li><li>Support the Communications Director in implementing communications plans, campaign timelines, messaging frameworks, and outreach strategies.</li><li>Help ensure communications products are timely, polished, accurate, accessible, and aligned with PacMtn&rsquo;s voice, values, and brand standards.</li></ul><p><i>Social media and digital channel management</i></p><ul><li>Create, schedule, publish, and monitor social media content across PacMtn, WorkSource, Opportunity Begins Here, and other approved channels.</li><li>Develop platform-specific content, including graphics, captions, reels, short videos, carousels, stories, event posts, and partner amplification materials.</li><li>Maintain social media calendars that align with organizational priorities, campaign plans, events, program deadlines, and regional workforce opportunities.</li><li>Monitor audience engagement, respond or route questions when appropriate, and flag emerging issues, opportunities, or partner needs.</li><li>Track basic performance metrics, including reach, engagement, link clicks, follower growth, and campaign performance.</li></ul><p><i>Graphic design and visual content development</i></p><ul><li>Design digital and print materials, including social media graphics, flyers, one-pagers, handouts, postcards, signage, presentation slides, newsletter visuals, and basic report layouts.</li><li>Create materials that are visually engaging, easy to navigate, and aligned with applicable brand standards.</li><li>Use tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms to produce polished, brand-aligned creative assets.</li><li>Support the development of templates, toolkits, and reusable materials that help staff and partners communicate consistently.</li><li>Prepare files for digital use, print production, partner distribution, and web publication.</li><li>Ensure visual products follow accessibility best practices, including readable layouts, strong contrast, plain language, meaningful hierarchy, and appropriate alt text when applicable.</li></ul><p><i>Storytelling, photography, and multimedia support</i></p><ul><li>Conduct interviews with staff, partners, employers, jobseekers, participants, and community members to support stories, spotlights, reports, social media, newsletters, and other communications products.</li><li>Capture or coordinate photography and short-form video at events, programs, partner locations, WorkSource sites, and community activities.</li><li>Edit basic photo and video content for use across digital platforms.</li><li>Help organize photo, video, logo, testimonial, and story libraries so content can be easily reused and repurposed.</li><li>Identify story opportunities that highlight regional impact, career pathways, employer partnerships, workforce investments, and community success.</li></ul><p><b>What will help you succeed</b></p><p>The Communications Manager plays an important role in helping PacMtn communicate clearly, creatively, and consistently with the people and communities we serve. This position includes a mix of writing, digital content, design, web updates, project coordination, and storytelling.</p><p>We recognize that no one candidate will bring deep expertise in every area listed below. If you are strong in several of these areas and bring curiosity, creativity, strong follow-through, and a willingness to keep learning, we encourage you to apply.</p><p><i>Preferred skills and experience </i></p><ul><li>Strong writing, editing, proofreading, and plain-language communication skills.</li><li>Experience creating content for social media, websites, newsletters, email campaigns, flyers, reports, presentations, or similar communications products.</li><li>Comfort managing multiple projects, deadlines, requests, and content timelines at the same time.</li><li>Experience using graphic design tools such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms.</li><li>Basic photography, videography, or short-form video editing experience.</li><li>Experience using WordPress or another website content management system.</li><li>Familiarity with email marketing platforms, contact list management, social media scheduling tools, or digital analytics tools.</li><li>Ability to adapt tone, format, and messaging for different audiences, including jobseekers, employers, partners, board members, staff, and community members.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, accessibility, and brand consistency.</li><li>Ability to work independently while staying aligned with direction, deadlines, and organizational priorities.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work respectfully and collaboratively with people from diverse cultures, communities, and backgrounds.</li><li>Comfort asking clarifying questions, gathering information from subject matter experts, and turning rough ideas into polished communications products.</li><li>Experience in communications, marketing, digital media, public affairs, journalism, graphic design, nonprofit communications, workforce development, government communications, or a related field.</li></ul><p><i>Preferred qualifications</i></p><p>Any combination of education, training, lived experience, portfolio work, and professional experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the responsibilities of the role will be considered.</p><ul><li>Three or more years of experience in communications, marketing, digital media, content creation, graphic design, social media management, public affairs, journalism, or a related field;</li><li>A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in communications, marketing, graphic design, public relations, journalism, digital media, or a related field; OR</li><li>A combination of professional experience, freelance work, certificate programs, portfolio projects, military public affairs experience, or on-the-job training that demonstrates relevant skills.</li></ul><p><i>Core competencies</i></p><ul><li>Writing, editing, and plain-language communication</li><li>Content creation and digital storytelling</li><li>Graphic design and visual communication</li><li>Social media and digital channel management</li><li>Website content maintenance and user-centered thinking</li><li>Project coordination, organization, and follow-through</li></ul><p>Pay: $78,994.61 - $97,390.62 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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