Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) · 7 hours ago
Communications Specialist
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expRaleigh-Durham Airport Authority is seeking a Communications Specialist to join their Marketing and Communications team. In this role, you will create and manage content across various platforms, highlighting the airport's story and engaging with the community while collaborating with various departments.
AerospaceService IndustryTransportation
Responsibilities
Researches, writes, edits and proofreads a wide range of communications, such as newsletters, announcements, presentation slides, website content, press materials, blog posts, talking points and digital content
Ensures all copy aligns with brand voice, messaging standards and AP Style
Assists in preparing press releases, media advisories, fact sheets and background materials for members of the media
Conducts research to support media inquiries, compiles news clips and earned media metrics, maintains distribution lists and supports media events
Provides backup support for scheduling social media posts, monitoring social media channels and updating website content
Develops social media and website content, including shooting and editing videos and photos
Supports directors and senior staff on communication campaigns, community engagement efforts and department initiatives, assists in planning and executing public events
Helps coordinate timelines, deliverables, content needs and approvals for communications-related projects
Maintains strong working knowledge of the Authority’s Crisis Communications Plan and attends regularly scheduled crisis communications training exercises
Member of the Authority’s Crisis Communications Management Team, which is activated during a crisis or emergency event and may require night/weekend/holiday shifts
Works some nights and weekends to attend events or support crisis response
Performs additional work as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, media studies, English, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience
2 or more years of similar experience in supporting a communications or marketing division
Valid NC Driver's License
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Tuition assistance
Employee discounts
Perks like an on-site gym
A dedicated wellness team
Frequent company and team outings
Company
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority manages Raleigh-Durham International Airport in the Research Triangle Region of North Carolina.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael J. Landguth, A.A.E.
President & CEO
Ronald Kapocius, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
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