Manager of Communications

Responsibilities

• Aid the Vice President of Communications with designing, copy editing, proofing, writing, producing, and disseminating all FPA recurring print and online member and industry communications.
• Manage database and relationships for media and trade contacts and publications.
• Aid the Vice President of Communications and the Director of Membership and Meetings with the development and execution of communications and collateral for all member meetings.
• Aid the Vice President of Communications with the execution and promotion of the annual FPA Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition.
• Manage all aspects of the annual FPA Achievement Awards & Innovation Showcase.
• Manage all aspects of the annual FPA Student Design Challenge.
• Manage all industry/association events, media, and tradeshow partnerships.
• Manage all FPA social media, including calendars, content, distribution, and monitoring.
• Manage content and updates for all FPA websites.
• Assist FPA staff with drafting, copy editing, and proofing needs as requested.
• Serve as support staff for relevant FPA coalitions, committees, and councils in coordination with FPA’s staff as needed.
• Provide strategic guidance and look for opportunities to expand and enhance FPA’s communications, marketing, and public relations activities to promote the flexible packaging industry and products to key audiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, and/or public relations.
• 3-5 years’ experience in communications and marketing with an emphasis on writing, copy editing, design, and production of newsletters, collateral, and other communication materials.
• Trade association experience desired but not required.
• Awareness of public policy advocacy and lobbying functions and purpose is desired but not required.

Qualifications

• Excellent copy editing, proofing, written, and verbal communication skills with diverse stakeholder audiences, including consultants, industry stakeholders, and media.
• Strong experience with a wide array of communications and marketing software platforms and tools, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, Campaign Monitor/Constant Contact, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Canva.
• Ability to work closely and effectively with communications, marketing, and public relations consultants and vendors.
• Experience with advertising and media placement, and print and video production is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize and work on various projects simultaneously, adjust to changing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver results.
• Self-motivated with attention to detail and excellent analytical, strategic, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with managing committee and coalition work within a trade association.
• A commitment to promoting and working in an inclusive and diverse environment with colleagues from multiple backgrounds.
• Ability to travel – likely less than 20%.

Skills

• Copy editing
• Proofing
• Written communication
• Verbal communication
• Communications and marketing software platforms and tools
• Advertising and media placement
• Print and video production
• Database management
• Media and trade contacts management
• Collaboration with consultants and vendors
• Strategic planning and implementation
• Public speaking and presentation skills

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance with no premium cost to the employee.
• Generous PTO, sick, and other leave.
• Employee 401K plan with employer matching contribution up to three percent.
• Professional development opportunities and membership in continuing education organizations may be provided.
• Hybrid schedule with up to two days working from home or a location other than the FPA office.
• Thursdays are mandatory in-office days.