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TDS Telecommunications LLC · 9 hours ago

Associate Manager - Communications

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$74K/yr - $120K/yr

4+ years exp

TDS Telecommunications LLC is dedicated to connecting people through innovative communication solutions. The Associate Manager - Communications will manage communications across assigned states, focusing on expansion markets in the Pacific Northwest, and will be responsible for creating and distributing content to enhance the organization’s reputation.

Telecommunications

Responsibilities

Write and edit communications following Associated Press (AP) standards and creative formats, including press releases, blogs, social posts, newsletters, and internal content

Distribute news to trade, local, and national media; manage media lists and reporting using Cision

Respond to media inquiries and maintain relationships with targeted outlets

Coordinate media interviews and briefings; prepare spokespeople and act as spokesperson when needed

Monitor news trends, pitch stories, and manage online media pages with current news and crisis updates

Develop strategies and tactics to meet measurable objectives and protect company reputation

Advise leadership and teams on timing, messaging, and channels

Generate ideas, write content, and create positive coverage to enhance Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Contribute to internal news channels; identify and write compelling stories

Strategically align internal and external communications

Interview subject matter experts; edit and provide feedback

Manage intranet content using SharePoint

Qualification

Public/media relationsCorporate communicationsContent writingStrategic planningCrisis communicationSEOPR tools proficiencyAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsNegotiation skillsPresentation skillsTechnical writing

Required

Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience

4+ years developing and leading key projects

4+ years writing both journalistic style and corporate communication materials

2+ years of experience developing press releases which garner media coverage in various sized markets

Preferred

Strong strategic planning and decision-making skills; able to balance organizational and group needs

Ability to integrate diverse priorities into cohesive strategies

Expertise in public/media relations, corporate and employee communications, and philanthropy

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing

Strong analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities

Proficiency in PR and social tools: Meltwater, HootSuite, major social platforms, WordPress, CRM, SharePoint

Skilled in negotiation, persuasion, and presentations

Corporate or agency experience; interest in technology (cable industry experience a plus)

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave

Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday

Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)

Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance

Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

TDS Service Discounts

Education Assistance

Paid Volunteer Time

Company

TDS Telecommunications LLC

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TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Telecom/TDS®) delivers high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a mix of small to mid-sized urban, suburban and rural communities throughout the U.S.

Founded in 1969

Madison, WI, US

1001-5000 employees