Communications Manager
EsriPosted May 20, 2025
Redlands, California
$91,520 - $156,000
Full Time
Job Description
Lead and manage Esri's in-house media relations team to develop and execute strategic communication efforts, build relationships with media and influencers, and promote Esri's GIS technology through various media channels and events.
Responsibilities
- •Lead and manage the in-house media relations team to build relationships with media outlets, editors, and reporters.
- •Develop and implement Esri's media relations and external communications strategy.
- •Serve as the main point of contact for public relations inquiries and activities.
- •Oversee the creation and review of press releases and communication materials.
- •Represent PR at company events and strategic initiatives.
- •Create and manage communication plans for events, campaigns, and initiatives.
- •Identify and secure press interviews and media opportunities.
- •Build and maintain relationships with key media, bloggers, and influencers.
- •Coach, mentor, and lead the media relations team, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
- •Collaborate with senior executives to implement communication strategies.
- •Analyze media relations results and recommend workflow improvements.
- •Work with leadership to identify opportunities, set objectives, and manage budgets for media relations.
Requirements
- •Eight (8) years of experience working in media relations.
- •Five (5) years of experience coaching and managing a team working with executive-level stakeholders.
- •Demonstrated success of securing media placements and working with executive level stakeholders.
- •Demonstrated innovative approach to communications strategy for technology companies.
- •Experience in journalist style writing and storytelling.
- •Ability to work on and oversee multiple projects at a time and with tight deadlines.
- •Availability to travel 10-20% of the time to serve in official capacity as lead of PR for Esri.
- •Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, English, or a related field.
- •Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. (Visa sponsorship is not available).
Benefits
- •Industry-leading health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance
- •Basic and supplemental life insurance for employees and their families
- •401(k) and profit-sharing programs
- •Minimum of 80 hours of vacation leave annually
- •Twelve paid holidays throughout the year
- •Opportunities for personal and professional growth
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