Job Description:
Req #40992
Monday, February 26, 2024 Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.Our current portfolio of media assets includes The USA TODAY NETWORK, which includes USA TODAY, and local media organizations in 43 states in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. We also own digital marketing services companies under the brand LocaliQ, which provide a cloud-based platform of products to enable small and medium-sized businesses to accomplish their marketing goals. In addition, our portfolio includes one of the largest media-owned events businesses in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures. Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application onGannett CareersviaDayforce.Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid.
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We are seeking a Communications Coordinator to join our team. In this role you will support the communications and public relations efforts at Gannett by driving key initiatives and business objectives across Editorial, Digital Marketing Solutions, Advertising, Product, Innovation, Events providing support in the delivery of high-quality, timely communications.
The role reports to the Communications and Social Media Manager, with a focus on media relations and social media support. This person will have media relations experience pitching stories, shaping messaging, monitoring for coverage, working with external PR/communications agencies.
Base Salary: $55,000 - $60,000/annually
The ideal candidate is creative, a strong writer, detail-oriented, solid multi-tasker and must have a strong track record for results.
- Support Communications team members with standards, processes, and the right infrastructure to have the biggest possible impact
- Draft press releases, blog posts and other press materials when needed
- Compose media pitches and work to secure earned coverage of Gannett initiatives
- Media list maintenance
- Provide assistance in award and speaking proposal submissions
- Ensure employee messaging is consistent to build commitment and engagement around the business strategy
- Work to establish and continuously refine the corporate narrative, with clear, compelling, and consistent messages to support the brand and corporate reputation
- Monitor and track media coverage of the business and brands
- Participate in production of employee events such as quarterly town halls, annual company employee awards and other events as needed
- Brainstorm social media strategies for tentpole events and support social channels when needed
- Help monitor corporate social media channels
Qualifications
- 1-2 years working in in public relations or corporate communications with either agency and/or in-house experience
- Experience with media monitoring and working with PR tools such as Cision and Critical Mention
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities combined with effective interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Understanding of social media and how to leverage each channel
- Maintain a hustle mindset and a passion to learn
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The annualized base salary for this role will range between $38,700 and$81,000. Base compensation is reflective of many factors, including, but not limited to, the market in which one lives/works, individual education level, skills, certifications and experience. Note: variable compensation is not reflected in these figures and based on the role, may be applicable.
Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employees race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees. In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicants disability or religion, to complete this employment application and/or any other process in connection with an individuals application for employment with Gannett Co., Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.s Recruitment Department at Recruit@gannett.com.Other details
- Job Family Marketing
- Job Function Digital Marketing
- Pay Type Salary
- Min Hiring Rate $55,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $60,000.00
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