Communications Specialist

Posted:
8/30/2024, 10:06:38 AM

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level

Field(s):
Growth & Marketing

Workplace Type:
Remote

Job Description:

At Cable One and our family of brands, we keep our customers and associates connected to what matters most. For our associates, that means: a thriving and rewarding career, respect for the communities where they live and work, a focus on health and wellness, an excellent work/life balance, and an open and inclusive workplace.

As a member of the Corporate Communications team within the company’s dynamic Marketing department, the Communications Specialist is responsible for crafting and delivering clear, compelling messages across multiple platforms. This role involves creating content for press releases, newsletters, social media, and internal communications and assisting in the management of media relations. The ideal candidate excels in storytelling, has a keen eye for detail, and possesses strong written and verbal communication skills. Additionally, they should be adept at handling crises, building relationships with key stakeholders, and ensuring consistent brand messaging across all channels.

What you will do to contribute to the company's success:

  • Create compelling and impactful messaging to effectively engage a diverse range of audiences
  • Develop, write, edit and approves relevant content for all traditional and digital outlets, including news releases, blog posts, customer communications, FAQs, fact sheets and talking points
  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather accurate and relevant content for presentations and publications
  • Optimize content for use across multiple communication channels
  • Serve as editor for materials produced within Corporate Communications and other business units
  • Regularly identify new media contacts and maintain an up-to-date department media list
  • Monitor and compile monthly report of print, video, broadcast and social media coverage
  • Measure the effectiveness of communications efforts and recommend improvements based on data insights
  • Adhere to Associated Press (AP) style and organizational guidelines in all written communications
  • Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of all communication materials

Qualifications

  • 3+ years’ experience
  • BA Degree
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office

Core Competencies

  • Committed: Values each customer, while working hard to keep their business and support our communities.
  • Helpful: Delivers support in the ways that are most useful to our customers and addresses their needs with expertise, respect, and empathy.
  • Proactive: Understand what our customers need, and actively works to make their relationship with use seamless, easy, and rewarding.
  • Personal: Knows our customers well, and tailors our communications and interactions to address their needs and expectations.

Benefits

Cable One and our family of brands appreciates the role our associates play to help the company grow, and in return an excellent benefits package is offered to our associates to recognize the importance of their contributions, such as:

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans – start when you start!
  • Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
  • Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and personal/sick days)
  • 401(k) - 100% company match starts day 1 of employment (up to 5% of eligible compensation)
  • Group Legal plan with Identity Theft Protection

Additional Perks

  • Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250 on 1st year)
  • Annual community support to various organizations across the U.S.
  • Associate recognition & awards programs
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • FREE Cable One services for associates who live in a serviceable area

We’re an Award-Winning Organization!

  • Forbes’ “America’s Best Midsized Employers” 2021-2023

Our Commitment

Diversity lies in the communities we serve and among the associates who dedicate themselves to ensure our continued success. Here at Cable One and our family of brands, we believe it is our individual and unique talents, backgrounds and perspectives that, when combined, truly make us an unstoppable force. "Stronger Together" is not just a verbal cue, it is the motto that our associates live by, exemplify, and embody each and every day.

Cable One and our family of brands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
 
 

Pre-hire Processes

Cable One and our family of brands is committed to keeping our associates and customers safe. Job offers are contingent upon the results of background, drug screening, and reference check. Only after successfully passing these pre-hire clearances are individuals approved for hire and ready to start their successful and rewarding career.

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