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Communications Manager

OBB Media is creating a newly formed in-house communications position to develop strategic communication plans and identify and execute communication opportunities and activities. As a Communications Manager at OBB, you will report directly to the CEO and serve as a point of contact on day-to-day interaction with OBB's external PR team as well as the company’s partners, in order to help manage the marketing and publicity of both the company as a whole, and specific projects.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

• Track monthly press and maintain a marketing calendar across OBB's slate of projects, then distribute information to the company via weekly update.

• Work to promote the company as a whole, individual projects, and individual employees supporting the efforts to garner industry awards and other professional honors, in collaboration with OBB's external PR representatives.

• Alongside OBB's external PR team, work with members of the press and outlets in advocating for the company in press coverage.

• Maintain expertise in company key messages and priorities, ensuring they are reflected in all communication; proactively identifying opportunities to build awareness of key messages and priorities.

• Help to lead the development of announcements, coordinating with PR representatives.

• Create materials in support of strategic messaging including presentations, press releases, talking points, etc.

• Work in concert with Founders, as well as VPs/lead Executives on company wide initiatives and press opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in the communications and PR field

• A forward-thinking mindset, given this is an entirely new role and function

• Ability to navigate timelines and manage deliverables (internally and externally with partners)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• An understanding of narrative, awareness of audiences, and meticulous attention to detail

• Social media proficiency and knowledge of best practices a plus

• Existing relationships in media and with members of the press covering the company a plus

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To apply, please send resume and cover letter to recruiting@obbmedia.com