Communications Manager - Montréal, Canada - Genetec

Genetec

Verified Company

Montréal, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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The team:

What your day will look like:

Develop and support implementation of effective press strategies that drive the corporate communication narrative
Manage press release planning, development, and distribution (including collaborating with PR agency)
Collaborate with regional marketing colleagues to establish, cultivate and grow positive media relations programs aligned with the corporate strategy
Manage corporate byline program including pipeline development, research, writing briefs and editing
Assist in coordinating press interviews, including spokesperson training and message development
Contribute to developing a strong editorial calendar that promotes key business initiatives, corporate narratives, and overall brand awareness
Manage the development and implementation of corporate communications policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines
Develop rapid fire responses to respond to industry developments
Support global communications and marketing programs including product launches, press & analyst events, office launches and PR campaigns
Help maintain corporate communications updates on company's website and intranet
Track key projects and ensure coordination of project/deliverable timelines with key internal stakeholders including content, web, social media, product marketing, creative and internal communications
Maintain and oversee global PR tracker, media coverage reports, and editorial calendars
Seek out best practices and latest industry trends in PR
Other related tasks as assigned

About you:

8+ years of communications experience (minimum 2 years in a B2B role)
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French
Proven experience in media relations and issues management
True passion for communications, branding and lead generation. You are passionate about developing strategic communications programs that drive measurable business results
Ability to manage multiple priorities while working in a fastpaced environment
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate and work well with crossfunctional teams
Demonstrated ability to take complex ideas and translate them into key messages and creative executions that resonate with employees and/or other stakeholders
Experience in advising internal stakeholders on external communications best practices
Ability to plan short, mid and longterm communication plans aligned to business goals
Strong attention to detail
Experience working in both corporate and regional/fieldbased marketing teams an asset
Security industry experience an asset
Excellent Microsoft Office skills (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and experience with Project Management Software