Communications Manager - Denver, United States - Pac/west Strategies

Description

Communications Manager

Our growing public relations firm is seeking a Communications Manager. This is an in-person position in Denver, Colorado. Our firm serves a diverse array of political and business clients and provides a wide variety of communications services.

The successful candidate will have a strong knowledge of both internal and external communications along with an understanding of the intersection of communications and politics.

Our projects require driven, detail-oriented critical thinkers with a passion for results.

A successful candidate should be eager to learn and grow in their role with a desire to expand their skillset.

JOB DETAILS
Managing communications projects for assigned clients and assisting with communications needs on other clients.
Serving as day-to-day contact with assigned clients and managing a successful line of regular communication on projects.
Managing daily client correspondence and materials.
Communicating project details and status to client and colleagues on a regular basis.
Critical thinking to identify paths and facilitate completion of day-to-day client tasks and long-term client projects and firm goals.
Develop client communications plans and outreach strategies, including those with a political, policy, and campaign focus.
Assess and anticipate future client needs and identify opportunities for growth.
Able to research and analyze information and provide recommendations to enable strategic decision-making.
Skilled in developing marketing, media relations, and communication plans and materials.
Skilled in media relations, including existing relationships with media community.
Assist with firm administrative duties as assigned.


SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Strong understanding of communications, media, and public relations.
Strong understanding of the intersection of communications and politics.

Must be self-starter with strong critical thinking skills, highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task, initiate and manage projects, and prioritize.

Strong project management, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Strong working knowledge of social media platforms and engagement.
Must be able to manage all details of a project from start to finish.
Self-sufficient and knows how to operate on quick turnarounds with limited instruction.
Expertise in policy and political communications is a benefit.
Ability to meet and manage deadlines.

Interpersonal skills that enable collaborative working relationships with fellow employees and demonstrate the ability to follow through on projects in a timely manner.

Must have ability and interest in building and maintaining relationships with a broad network.
Confident personality and comfortable working in high-energy and pressure situations.
Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Must have strong knowledge and experience of AP style.
Strong copy-editing skills.
Must be able to think both creatively and analytically.
Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook are required.


AREAS OF INTEREST
Communications and marketing.
Public relations.
Client management.
Federal, state, and local government.
Political campaigns (candidate or issue).
Energy & natural resources issues.
Agriculture.
Healthcare.
Transportation.
Tax policy.
Business associations.


JOB REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in marketing, communications, journalism, public relations, or related.
3 to 5 years communications, public relations, or media experience is desired.
Experience with political campaigns (candidate or issue) desired.
Must be willing to work on energy, utilities, oil and natural gas issues.
Some evenings/weekend work as well as overnight travel will be required.
Must be discreet, professional, and have the ability to keep information confidential.


OTHER INFORMATION

Pac/West Strategies offers medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) Plan, paid time off, paid holidays and an energetic, fast-paced work environment that challenges our employees to excel in all assignments.

Salary range:
$75,000-125,000 annually. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

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