Region Marketing Communications Director

$58,000 - $77,400/Yr

American Heart Association - Corpus Christi, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Corpus Christi, TX

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The American Heart Association is seeking a Region Marketing Communications Director to lead executive communications for the SouthWest region. This role involves developing and implementing communication strategies for the Executive Vice President, focusing on internal communications and collaboration with various stakeholders. The position is flexible within the SouthWest region, covering states such as AR, CO, NM, OK, TX, and WY, and emphasizes the importance of work-life harmonization and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement internal communications strategies, plans, and content for the Executive Vice President (EVP).
• Write, edit and coordinate workflow for strategic internal messaging, ensuring adherence to best practices and guidelines.
• Plan, coordinate, write, edit and proofread various communications including newsletters, online content, and presentations.
• Prepare and process EVP correspondences, ensuring accuracy and clarity in distribution.
• Manage multiple projects and duties while adhering to timelines and communicating project statuses.
• Gather support materials for EVP in preparation for meetings and events.
• Maintain accurate and confidential information relevant to internal meetings and events.
• Assist with production needs for internal communications, including audio and video messages.
• Prepare and post social media content to support EVP and leadership.
• Perform organized record keeping and take comprehensive meeting notes as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, English or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in communications-related field.
• Proven experience with internal communications, corporate communications, and project management.
• Excellent writing and editing skills for diverse audiences across various channels.
• Experience with multimedia storytelling, including graphics and video.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to lead project teams.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups, including senior executives.
• Ability to present ideas clearly and compellingly, both live and via multimedia.
• Preferred experience in a communication role within a matrixed, non-profit organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, Canva, and SharePoint.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite and social media platforms.
• Experience in a non-profit organization.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Retirement program with employer match and automatic contributions.
• Employee assistance program and wellness program.
• Telemedicine and medical consultation services.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 16 days per year, increasing with seniority.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Tuition assistance for further education and career development.