Communications Manager

The Communications Manager plays an integral role in maintaining the RRC brand while driving desired actions (e.g. awareness, engagement) among target audiences through the creation of strategic communications content.

This individual must be able to create clear and targeted communications that work across multiple platforms (including but not limited to email, magazine articles, blog posts, podcasts, social media content, newsletters, PowerPoint presentations, webinars, marketing collateral, etc.).

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements creative communications strategies to support marketing, education and membership goals 
• Works with Communications Director in managing the Council’s strategic communications plan to increase brand equity and awareness as well as membership satisfaction and growth 
• Develops and/or manages content for print and digital communication channels, including magazine articles, email communications, websites, press releases, consumer micro site, social media platforms, podcasts and blog posts 
• Develops and/or manages content for marketing collateral such as brochures, PowerPoint presentations; posters; flyers; and event postcards 
• Identifies and develops relationships with leadership and other subject matter experts to act as brand ambassadors and thought leaders within the industry and in the media 
• Fosters relationships with media outlets as well as local and national associations to reinforce the value of the brand and create awareness about company initiatives 
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Communications

Skills + Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in writing, English, journalism, or communications required 
• Three to seven years of experience in the communications field 
• Portfolio demonstrating ability to manage and develop communications projects from start to finish 
• Professional member association or real estate industry experience preferred, but not required 
• Skilled with writing, proofreading, copy editing and AP Style required 
• Skilled with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint and Excel required 
• Ability to organize and manage multiple projects and communications collateral required 
• Familiarity with content and email management systems preferred 
• Experience with PR/social media management, monitoring and measurement tools preferred 
• Ability work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment 
• Familiarity with basic graphic design preferred, but not required