Communications Coordinator
Gannett Co
Remote
Job Description
Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive. With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.
Our current portfolio of media assets includes The USA TODAY NETWORK, which includes USA TODAY, and local media organizations in 43 states in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. We also own digital marketing services companies under the brand LocaliQ, which provide a cloud-based platform of products to enable small and medium-sized businesses to accomplish their marketing goals. In addition, our portfolio includes one of the largest media-owned events businesses in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.
Responsibilities
Support Communications team members with standards, processes, and the right infrastructure to have the biggest possible impact
Draft press releases, blog posts and other press materials when needed
Compose media pitches and work to secure earned coverage of Gannett initiatives
Media list maintenance
Provide assistance in award and speaking proposal submissions
Ensure employee messaging is consistent to build commitment and engagement around the business strategy
Work to establish and continuously refine the corporate narrative, with clear, compelling, and consistent messages to support the brand and corporate reputation
Monitor and track media coverage of the business and brands
Participate in production of employee events such as quarterly town halls, annual company employee awards and other events as needed
Brainstorm social media strategies for tentpole events and support social channels when needed
Help monitor corporate social media channels
