Communications Specialist (NYC)

Our Customer’s mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Through their family of apps and services, they are building a different kind of company that connects billions of people around the world, gives them ways to share what matters most to them, and helps bring people closer together.

We are seeking a Communications Specialist on a contract basis to support their business needs. The successful candidate has experience in developing and executing high-profile communication initiatives and product launches. A candidate who brings knowledge of the advertising industry or business media is preferred.

The successful candidate will be able to develop strategies and own day-to-day execution for global public relations programs related to monetization products and programs. The position is onsite in NYC.

Responsibilities:

• Devise and execute communications strategies and creative "always on" storytelling programming to support strategic objectives linked to clear goals and metrics.
• Tell amazing stories about the products and their impact on businesses of all sizes.
• Develop communications plans for product launches and key moments across the company that speak to the target technology, business and financial audiences.
• Write content such as social posts, blogs, pitches, and other creative materials that evangelize various announcements and milestones.
• Work with teams across the company including social, marketing, product, research, and legal.
• Build and maintain deep relationships with press, influencers and other external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, English or related field
• 7+ years of experience in business communications, digital and/or product communications
• Experience in program and project management
• Passionate about the advertising industry and its impact on businesses of all sizes.
• Experience in media relations - how to deal with reporters
• Experience in strategic and creative/ social media and content creations
• Have handled big projects end to end/have helped see from start to completion

Preferred:

• Proven success executing impactful, creative communications and social programs
• Experience in financial, business and/or advertising PR
• Collaborate across multiple functions including engineering, product, marketing, and more on communications plans
• Experience in Advertising, Finance, or Business: A background in these areas can provide a strong foundation for understanding business operations and marketing strategies.
• Experience Working with Senior Executives: Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively with senior leaders, which can be beneficial for navigating complex organizational structures and securing support for initiatives.
• Product Knowledge and Communications: Strong understanding of the products and their features, as well as the ability to communicate effectively about them, can be important for marketing, sales, and customer support roles.

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements)

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, FSA.
• Accrued PTO: Up to 15 days per 12 months on assignment

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability