Communications Manager

Job Description

Our mission is to delight, engage, and inspire you through real-life storytelling.
Who are we?
We are a modern media company that engages a global audience of more than 300 million monthly viewers on all major digital, mobile, and streaming television platforms, streaming 3+ billion views each month. We create award-winning video content and original programming in the categories of Food, Travel, and Home & Design that we share with an engaged, passionate, and global community. Tastemade is built upon real data and an innovative approach to programming. We are changing the way the world watches, experiences, and engages with premium lifestyle content.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for passionate people who want to change the world through the art of storytelling - people that are driven to disrupt the status quo and not just looking for another job. We are seeking a Communications Manager to join our growing team!Our Values:
• Tell a great story. Develop original and untold stories that inspire, excite, and delight. Great storytelling has the power to not only entertain but to shape culture.
• Embrace our world. Be globally-minded-value inclusivity and diversity, respect the richness of all cultures, and appreciate those who are different from yourself.
• Be constantly curious. Ask questions. Find answers. Always look for opportunities to learn and experience something new.
• Create community through experience. Treat every moment as an opportunity to create meaningful experiences to share. Shared moments build community.
• Own the Outcome. Think and act like an owner. You are entrusted to do what is best for Tastemade and for our community.What you'll be doing:
• Work cross-functionally across teams (Communications, People Operations, Marketing, Production, Programming, Sales, and Leadership) to execute communication initiatives from concept, acting as a strategic partner to the Communications Director
• Support company-wide initiatives, programs, and/or events
• Collaborate with the Communications Director to manage external agencies
• Manage upkeep of department documents
• Spearhead the creation of all major press release announcements and pitches
• Build out and maintain all press lists
• Develop publicity and communications strategy along with Director and partner agencies for launches of new streaming network shows to drive awareness and tune-in
• Work closely with Tastemade Makers, create strong relationships to leverage PR opportunities
• Lead day-to-day media relations in collaboration with external agencies with a focus on streaming network/consumer press
• Manage all aspects of the unit photography process for streaming network productions
• Manage the award research, tracking, and submission process as well as the internal announcement process
• Collaborate with the Communications Director to establish an internal communications strategy
• Assist in the creation and drafting of internal employer messaging (e.g. FAQ's, press updates, company announcements, etc.)
• Support Tastemade Together communications and initiatives
• Manage weekly all-company meeting programming
• Manage employer branding outlets, including, but not limited to Wikipedia, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Built In
• Manage LinkedIn programming and analytics
• High-level calendar management (e.g. executive team meetings, company-wide meetings, etc.)What you'll bring:
• 3-5 years of experience writing in a corporate and/or startup environment
• Proficient in drafting press releases and press pitching materials
• You've helped to manage a variety of corporate communications channels
• Executive communications experience: you can write/tailor content for specific audiences that demonstrates some understanding of messaging, positioning, and stakeholder needs
• Fearless when embracing technology: you're comfortable learning new programs to enhance company-wide communications
• Organized and creative: you're able to adapt and change directions in an instant; you're comfortable working at a fast pace and are able to meet deadlines
• Able to collaborate, engage, and empower your organization
What Makes Us a Great Opportunity?
We prioritize an inclusive, People-first culture at Tastemade. From your first day, we strive to be a welcoming team that supports, nurtures and grows. We are also firm believers in ''walking the talk'' - our employee-led workplace experience committees, DE&I groups, and wellness and philanthropic initiatives reflect much of our culture and build a sense of real community among our team. While working at Tastemade, you will collaborate with passionate, curious, and authentic peers, who are driven by our core values and equally enthusiastic about food, travel and home & design.
Total Rewards:
• Competitive salary
• Stock options
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life EAP, and 401K benefits
• Apple iMac, MacBook or equivalent hardware
• Monthly wellness stipend to support your physical and mental health
• Monthly electronics allowance to partially offset cell phone and internet costs
• One-time home office equipment stipend
• Professional development by way of a feedback-driven culture, regular performance check-ins, and in-house mentorship and support programs
• Collaborative, passionate, and fun colleagues!
*This is a remote job opportunity and can reside in the following registered states: CA, NY, NJ, CT, IL, TX, VA, DC, FL, OH, OR, GA, NE, MD and ME

Tastemade is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruiting and interview process. If you require any assistance or need accommodations, please reach out to us at peopleops@tastemade.com
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We're an equal opportunity employer. We want applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Experience Required:

Experienced

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9o637-3-17-186-218-42 in your application.