Communications Manager, MusiCares

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR MusiCares is seeking an experienced Communications Manager, driven to serve and support the mission of music’s leading charity, to join its Marketing & Communications team.
This analytical, digital PR-savvy, music-loving communications professional with superior writing and editing skills will help with the non-profit’s PR initiatives, promotional campaigns, and events.
The Communications Manager will work on all stages of the communications cycle—from messaging to activation to analysis—and will address internal, industry trade, and consumer audiences.
WHAT YOU'LL DO Draft and edit press materials including internal and external announcements, pitch letters, media alerts, key messages, briefing documents, fact sheets, and executive bios.
Develop and execute innovative, creative and unique approaches to digital PR.
Pitch and secure stories in consumer, business, and industry trade outlets.
Establish, update, and execute communications strategies to increase brand awareness, expand audiences, and promote the organization and mission in a positive and impactful way.
Supervise projects to guarantee all content is publication-ready.
Route incoming press requests and manage assets and elements to meet story deadlines.
Conduct information gathering and coordinate necessary assets from internal and external sources to develop materials, fact sheets, and press stories.
Develop and distribute materials that convey the organization's policies and/or position.
Monitor industry and relevant social news to help guide and inform responses and messaging for MusiCares and its stakeholders and keep informed on latest industry communication tools through consistent upgradation of qualification and skills.
Coordinate publicity elements for a wide-range of events, such as concerts and red carpets.
Monitor, analyze, and report media coverage to stakeholders.
Provide communications counsel and support to internal teams and leadership as needed; may include preparation of written materials and support of public speaking engagements and presentations.
Liaise with internal staff, talent, partners, and sponsors to cross-promote and manage publicity of digital programming, Health & Human services programs, partnerships, and events.
Ideate and execute executive visibility and thought leadership opportunities – both industry and consumer facing.
Support and create strategies for ongoing brand clarity efforts.
Lead and execute publicity strategy for annual Person of the Year gala, including red carpet management.
Devise and manage publicity efforts to build, strengthen and maintain industry relationships and awareness across all genres and regions, engaging the whole music ecosystem and establishing MusiCares as music’s leading charity.
Work collaboratively with Recording Academy Communications department to ensure announcements align with master calendar and best practices and are approved by leadership.
Create and maintain comprehensive records of projects, plans, and timelines.
Contribute to special projects as needed.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 5+ years' experience in Communications or Public Relations, with significant history in corporate communications and digital PR Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Communications, Marketing or related field Passion for MusiCares mission and desire for a career in service Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media Proactive, problem-solving attitude Ability to manage competing priorities and successfully deal with last-minute changes Communicates well both verbally and in writing, with strong grammar, editing, and proofreading skills, shares information and ideas with others, has good listening skills, builds strong relationships, consistently demonstrates positive and professional demeanor, negotiates effectively Must be a confident communicator and presenter Has excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Keeps information organized and accessible, works efficiently while managing workload.
Prioritizes tasks appropriately and manages time well.
Successfully establishes goals, deadlines, and procedures and manages multiple projects or objectives Is able to maintain composure in high-stress, complex situations to ensure the smooth and efficient running of an event/project; has excellent decision-making skills, clear communication and delegation; fosters welcoming hospitality Contributes to and helps team meet all team deadlines and goals, listens to others and values opinions, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.
Meets commitments, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements Deals with others in a straightforward and honest manner, is accountable for actions, maintains confidentiality, supports company values Adapts well to change, is flexible and open-minded to new ideas, solicits performance feedback and handles constructive criticism, takes on new responsibilities, handles pressure, adjusts plans to meet changing needs Proactively tackles problems and takes independent action, seeks out new responsibilities and generates new ideas, acts on opportunities, practices self-development High-level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Mailchimp, BusinessWire, Meltwater PHYSICAL DEMANDS FOR CERTAIN ROLES The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time, and work at a computer for long periods of time.
The employee will be required to lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
COMPANY BENEFITS Click here for an overview of our company benefits ABOUT THE RECORDING ACADEMY AND ITS AFFILIATES RECORDING ACADEMY The Recording Academy represents the voices of performers, songwriters, producers, engineers, and all music professionals.
Dedicated to ensuring the recording arts remain a thriving part of our shared cultural heritage, the Academy honors music's history while investing in its future through the GRAMMY Museum, advocates on behalf of music creators, supports music people in times of need through MusiCares, and celebrates artistic excellence through the GRAMMY Awards, music's only peer-recognized accolade and highest achievement.
As the world's leading society of music professionals, we work year-round to foster a more inspiring world for creators.
GRAMMY MUSEUM Established in 2008 as a partnership between the Recording Academy and AEG, the GRAMMY Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating a greater understanding of the history and significance of music.
Paying tribute to our collective musical heritage, the Museum explores and celebrates all aspects of the art from the technology of the recording process to the legends who've made lasting marks on our cultural identity.
In 2017, the Museum integrated with its sister organization, the GRAMMY Foundation, to broaden the reach of its music education and preservation initiatives.
As a unified organization, today, the GRAMMY Museum fulfills its mission of making music a valued and indelible part of our society through exhibits, education, grants, and public programming.
MUSICARES A friend and ally of the music community, MusiCares was established by the Recording Academy to safeguard the health and well-being of all music people.
A four-star charity and safety net in times of need, MusiCares offers confidential preventative, recovery, and emergency programs to address financial, medical, and personal health issues.
Through the generosity of our donors and volunteer professionals, our dedicated team works across the country to ensure the music community has the resources and support it needs.
LATIN RECORDING ACADEMY The Latin Recording Academy is an international, membership-based organization comprised of Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking recording artists, musicians, songwriters, producers, and other creative and technical recording professionals.
The organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life and cultural condition for Latin music and its makers.
In addition to producing the Latin GRAMMY Awards to honor excellence in the recorded arts and sciences, The Latin Recording Academy provides educational and outreach programs for the Latin music community either directly or through its Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation®.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY The Recording Academy, its affiliates, and the music industry have a strong culture of inclusion and respect for everyone.
The Recording Academy makes intentional, courageous, and principled decisions for stronger business outcomes and ensures that all creators and professionals live and work in a fair and safe environment.
It is the Recording Academy's policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees.
The Recording Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race (nor traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion (including religious dress and grooming), creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, ancestry, age, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Recording Academy will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to the Recording Academy.
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