Director, Corporate Communications
ViacomCBS
New York, NYThis was removed by the employer on 11/6/2018 6:55:00 AM PST
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Viacom Corporate Communications is seeking a dynamic, driven team player with excellent written and oral communication skills, with a background in financial communications for a Corporate Communications Director position reporting to a Senior Director in Corporate Communications. The Director will play an integral role on the team, working closely with Investor Relations and primarily focused on using creative, integrated business and financial communications strategies to tell Viacom’s turnaround/evolution story to Wall Street.
The candidate should be a creative, strategic thinker and problem-solver with an affinity for details, a background in financial communications, an exceptional work ethic and a positive attitude.
Responsibilities
• Devise and execute strategy integrated marketing/communications plans, media strategies and press materials that enhances Viacom’s corporate reputation with key stakeholders on Wall Street
• Secure and manage notable speaking opportunities and award nominations to drive executive visibility, company recognition and thought leadership
• Develop messaging and talking points for spokespeople, including media interviews and speaking opportunities at key industry conferences and events
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on corporate initiatives
• Build and maintain strong media relationships with trade and top-tier financial press
• Serve as writer for senior management
• Create and execute communications calendar that aligns launches, initiatives and corporate milestones with PR opportunities
• Lead PR planning and programming key corporate milestones, including quarterly earnings, M&A, and other corporate events
• Coordinate across departments, disciplines and brands to accomplish goals
• Stay informed on industry news and flag issues and trends for senior leaders in a timely manner
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field is required
• Minimum of 6-8 years in public relations, with particular experience in supporting public companies around financial communications
Additional Qualifications
• Competence in delivering complex content and concepts in a clear, concise and compelling manner
• Motivated self-starter who is able to take both guidance and initiative
• Enthusiastic and passionate team player with ability to work independently
• Great at organizational navigation and cross-functional collaboration
• Emotional intelligence
• Adept at managing multiple projects and tasks to completion
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while remaining detail-oriented and committed to deadlines
• Creative and strategic thinker
• Exercise sound judgement
• Strong organizational, project-management and problem-solving skills
• Possess a “roll-up your sleeves,” get-it-done attitude
• Ability to develop effective partnerships and relationships internally and externally
• Tech-savvy with a demonstrable understanding of combining traditional financial communications strategies & tactics with cutting-edge integrated mar-comms channels, including the use of social/digital media
• Exceptional written and oral communication and interpersonal skills