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Corporate Communications Manager

Description

VISIT FLORIDA is looking for a team-orientated, results driven professional to join our Operations team. The Corporate Communications Manager is responsible for the development and execution of the organization’s external communications strategy with media and public stakeholders. This role is located in Florida, with a strong preference to be located in our corporate office in Tallahassee, FL.

Core Responsibilities:
Work with executive leadership to manage and execute the organization’s external corporate communications strategy.
Manage corporate media relations. Build positive working relationships and respond to media requests.
Research, write, develop, and promote a range of VISIT FLORIDA core communication tools such as press releases, talking points, presentations, and media materials relating to tourism in Florida.
Provide significant support for corporate crisis management operations and represent organization as necessary.
Prepare, distribute and pitch corporate news releases and stories to key media outlets relating to VISIT FLORIDA activities and issues affecting Florida Tourism; position VISIT FLORIDA and staff as tourism industry thought leaders and target key speaking engagements and media opportunities for exposure. Monitor, analyze and evaluate media coverage.
Assist with various communication and meeting material needs relating to the VISIT FLORIDA Board of Directors.
Provide significant support for the planning, production and marketing operations of corporate events.

The benefits:
Work with a knowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced and fun team
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Retirement plan
Vacation time + volunteer hours

Qualifications

Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications, or relevant field
3 + years of communications experience.
Detail-orientated, proactive, critical thinker with excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
Self starter who can work well in teams or independently.
Strong proficiency in media relations a must.
Experience with Marketing Cloud and Salesforce a plus.

You will be a cultural addition if you:
Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Live the values that drive our business: Make an Impact, Work Purposefully and Live Passionately, Persist
Embody VISIT FLORIDA’s team principles: Empathy, Respect, Collaboration, Accountability and Fun

How to Apply

Join us to discover what it is like to be part of a team that promotes the Sunshine State. Apply now: https://www.visitflorida.org/careers. This position is being advertised as open until filled. Application review will begin in January 2023.

Job Originally Posted on: Tuesday, January 17, 2023