Communications Specialist

Company: Delaware North
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

The OpportunityDelaware North is hiring a Communications Specialist to join our corporate public affairs team at our Global Headquarters in Buffalo, New York. As a Communications Specialist, you will be responsible for providing strong support for and assisting in managing strategy, development, and execution of internal and external communications initiatives.Responsibilities

• Serve as a key content provider by researching, developing key messaging for, writing, and editing internal and external communications, including business development.
• Work independently and with the creative studio on layout and design of newsletters, advertising, and other communications.
• Create written press materials for executives, including press releases, corporate bios, announcements, Q and A backgrounders, remarks, and speeches.
• Respond to media requests in a timely manner, meeting deadlines and containing sensitive stories before they potentially create a reputational issue.
• Conduct interviews and write editorial features as needed; research, write and edit copy for advertising, websites, digital and print publications, social media channels, executive communications, news releases, promotions and hiring announcements, byline editorial articles, talking points, reactive statements, remarks, and other PR positioning documents.
• Assist the directors in leading public relations and internal communications strategy, management, and execution, and managing communication initiatives for Delaware North subsidiaries.Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related communications and marketing experience including internal communications and media relations experience.
  • Thorough understanding of corporate communications, and brand marketing principles and practices.
  • Excellent writing and storytelling skills.
  • Strong verbal communication, presentation, organizational, project management, networking, and relationship-building skills.
  • Experience in developing and implementation of successful, creative communications campaigns and initiatives.Who We AreAt Delaware North, you ll love where you work, who you work with, and how your day unfolds. Whether it s in sporting venues, casinos, airports, national parks, iconic hotels, or premier restaurants, there s no telling where your career can ultimately take you. We empower you to do great work in a company with 100 years of success, stability and growth. If you have drive and enjoy the thrill of making things happen - share our vision and grow with us.Delaware North Companies, Incorporated and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. Delaware North is an equal opportunity employer. Associated topics: blogging, communication specialist, content, headline, journalism, journalist, newsperson, publication, reporter, writing

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