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Senior Manager – New Media and Communications
| Company | Girls Who Code |
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| Location | New York, NY, USA |
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| Salary | $85000 – $106000 |
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| Type | Full-Time |
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| Degrees | |
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| Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in communications, and new media relations or partnerships.
- Proven track record writing for executives — including keynotes, op-eds, and briefings.
- Demonstrated success in securing earned media or branded content placements.
- Strong understanding of emerging media channels, including podcasts, editorial newsletters, and influencer platforms.
- Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills across various tones and formats.
- Savvy digital native who can navigate the latest social platforms and comms tools.
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative, organization, and attention to detail.
- Strong relationship-building and management skills with internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Support the VP of Marketing and Communications in creating and executing communications plans for key organizational moments and announcements, including program launches, campaigns, and new initiatives.
- Lead cross-functional communications projects for initiatives led by our Programs, Development, and Research teams.
- Ensure consistent brand voice across external communications by creating compelling, mission-driven narratives for organizational announcements, programs, and initiatives.
- Collaborate with the Director of Marketing on copywriting needs for our influencer marketing program, ad program, and other marketing initiatives.
- Support the VP of Marketing and Communications in setting the strategic direction of our content marketing plan, and managing our blog copywriter.
- Support crisis communications strategy and execution, including drafting holding statements, rapid-response messaging, and advising leadership during sensitive moments.
- Scout and pursue visibility opportunities across emerging media (e.g., podcasts, editorial newsletters, thought leadership platforms, creator partnerships) and press for the organization, and its CEO and leadership.
- Collaborate with the VP of Marketing and Communications on identifying and securing brand partnerships, and partnerships with public figures and influencers that align with Girls Who Code’s brand.
- Build and maintain relationships with podcast hosts, journalists, influencers, and media partners.
- Evaluate and recommend high-impact outreach opportunities aligned with our strategic goals.
- Develop panel briefs, talking points, and keynotes for executive and CEO appearances.
- Prepare organizational spokespeople for all external engagements, including media opportunities and speaking engagements.
- Provide copywriting and editing support for the CEO’s and organization’s social media posts across various marketing channels.
- Scout and secure participation in high-impact conferences and awards for the organization’s CEO and executive leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
No preferred qualifications provided.
