Communications Specialist - Des Plaines, United States - Newflyer of America

Description

***This position is responsible for developing and executing MCI private sector communications plans and tactics that support company objectives. This includes content generation (copy and messaging) for press releases; marketing collateral including digital assets; presentations; surveys; bulletins and manuals; social media; and newsletters. This position also acts as the expert to ensure messaging is consistent, compelling, free of errors, and follows the company style and brand guides.


WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Develop and execute communication plans and tactics to deliver engaging content to key audiences in the most effective manner; draft content for press releases, letters, editorials, presentations, bulletins, fact sheets, abstracts, social media, and marketing collateral.
• Act as the communications expert by editing and updating content to ensure a clear and compelling story; proofreading content to be free of grammatical, spelling, punctuation, and typographical errors; ensuring all content follows the MCI / NFI Style and Brand Guides.
• Support the sales team in developing a library of letters and bulletins with compelling content that are factfilled, persuasive and communicate our value propositions to win business; create internal and external surveys to track execution of business objectives.
• Create relevant and impactful copy about MCI private sector products, support services, and special initiatives for website, video, enewsletters, advertisements, presentations, and brochures.
• Prepare inspiring and effective abstracts and speeches for speaking engagements at industry events; translate the ideas, objectives, position, and philosophy of the speaker into messaging that relates to the topic, speaker, and audience.
• Craft editorials and articles for industry publications on a variety of topics; plan, research, interview, and collaborate with peers to gather information to tell our stories in a way that is informative and engaging, reflects our position, and uses our brand voice.
• Create persuasive and effective presentations that provides information, showcases our products and services, and communicates a compelling story. Assess and evaluate existing presentations and recommend improvements.
• Be a driver of brand consistency when it comes to look, feel, tone, and voice of the MCI private sector products and services; striving for brand leadership and flawless execution.
• Understand our competitive landscape and develop creative solutions that drive competitive advantage and distinction.
• Maintain a pulse on industry, brand, and trends to ensure our value propositions maintain relevance and credibility.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• A post-secondary degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field from an accredited post-secondary educational institution; an equivalent combination of relevant training and experience may be considered.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in writing, communications, and public relations with demonstrated experience leading communication initiatives in a fastpaced environment.
• Knowledge of bus manufacturing or transit industry would be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with AP and other style guides would be considered an asset.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, in terms of spelling, grammar, formatting, and overall storytelling.
• Selfmotivated, highly organized and be able to multitask to meet deadlines within a fastpaced environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and related business and communication tools. Adobe Creative Suite is considered as asset.
• Up to 10% of travel is required in this position._

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.
• A continuous learning environment.
• Ability to advance your career with a growing company.
• Employee social committee organizes numerous events throughout the year, including summer barbecues, holiday festivities, sporting events and tournaments, and much more.
• Eligible for benefits on first day of employment:
• 401k
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.


Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location:
In person