Sr. Manager, Internal Communications

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JOB SUMMARY: The Senior Manager, Internal Communications is an experienced communications professional who is an essential part of the team responsible for implementing and developing programs to help inspire, engage and inform Universal Orlando Resort Team Members.

The Senior Manager is responsible for developing innovative, modern, thoughtful and strategic campaigns and communication plans that support company objectives and positively impact the Team Member experience. The Senior Manager oversees the production of Internal Communications content and evaluates the effectiveness and reach of messaging.

The Senior Manager will help the team develop and implement high-impact communication programs, campaigns, and editorial programming that build a strong internal Team Member brand and tells the story of Universal Orlando as an employer of choice. The Senior Manager is a strategic thinker, strong communicator and trusted partner who excels in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and who is comfortable building relationships and influencing through others.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Culture Building – Oversees and drives communication initiatives that support our company vision, mission, and values. Develops and implements campaigns and programs that inform, engage, and inspire our Team Members and establish Universal Orlando as an employer of choice. Generates editorial programming that tells our powerful Team Member stories to inspire our internal audience and build affinity with our external audience.
• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Communications to identify opportunities and benchmark best practices to expand the reach and resonance of communication channels. Supports Director, Internal Communications with executive communication messaging as needed.
• Measurement & Analysis – Evaluates and monitors data (email, social media, web platforms; survey results, etc.) and develops actions plans to address the analysis. Identify opportunities to increase the capture of metrics to further enhance the analysis of the impact of our messaging.
• Client Partnerships – Fosters effective relationships with our key client groups and divisional partners. Leads cross-functional task forces, as identified, that serve to collectively elevate company communication initiatives. Identifies opportunities for enhanced collaboration with divisional partners.
• Content Strategy and Planning – Develops and manages effective strategies and communication plans for company-wide campaigns and key messages that support company objectives and drive an authentic organizational culture. Partners with Director, Internal
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Leadership – Provides leadership, support, and development to direct reports and functional subject matter experts ensuring that they have the development and skills necessary to provide a consistent delivery of performance.
• Channel and Content Oversight – Oversees the production of all publications (digital or print), email, digital, video, and web platform/Intranet content. Reviews and edits content, ensuring messaging is clear, balanced, engaging, and effective. Provides timely and constructive feedback to content producers. Partners with the Internal Communications Social Media Manager to ensure social content aligns and supports overall plans and strategy. Ensures brand, voice, and IP standards are represented accurately.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field is required.

EXPERIENCE: 5+ years’ experience working in Communications is required. Public Relations, or Advertising experience preferred. Social media, graphic design, and video development experience a plus. At least 1 year of experience at Universal Orlando preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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