Communications Manager - Aviation

STV•Chicago, IL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

STV is seeking a Communications Manager to join our Aviation group. This position will support one of our aviation clients (hybrid - minimum 4 days week onsite) at their location in Chicago, Illinois. This position will assist our Aviation group to establish a communications program and manage stakeholder and public touch points for aviation projects. The role will bring consistent and professional communication streams to all key stakeholders including clients, airlines, airport operators and employees, consumers, media, and the general public to meet goals and promote a positive perception of the program, the client, and STV. The ideal candidate has a creative mindset, strong organizational and communication skills and is passionate about client advocacy and service.

Requirements

Client-focused and has a strong work ethic
Ability to effectively coordinate all aspects of communication plan
Clear and persuasive writing skills to produce content for a variety of communication streams
Consistent command of grammar, proofreading, punctuation and business writing skills
Understand how to write press releases and relate to the media
Oversee, monitor and enhance program presence in both traditional and online media
Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with enhanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Cloud with enhanced proficiency in InDesign and Photoshop
Demonstrate full proficiency in presentation design, development and use
Ability to interpret various content types and information to transform into campaigns, presentations and high-impact visuals
Self-motivated decision maker and problem solver
Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Marketing/Communications, PR/Journalism, or related discipline

Nice To Haves

Photography and videography skills are a plus
A/E/C industry knowledge is a plus

Responsibilities

Work directly with the client to create a unique program brand
“Subject matter expert” on all issues related to program communications
Work with program leadership to develop yearly strategic communication plans to meet program goals
Serve as project manager for communications initiatives for the program
Work directly with project stakeholders to establish and manage a consistent flow of internal and external communication streams with a focus on logistics, project status updates, and public relations/news through various avenues
Promote the program brand by designing and updating super-graphics, signage and wayfinding, digital content via kiosks, social media, and a program specific website
Create, publish, install and manage comprehensive airport maps for public awareness during construction
Update and maintain internal graphics library for reference
Write original content for social media, website, collateral materials, etc.
Implement strategic concepts, messaging, and positioning content within written and presentation materials
Work with corporate and local resources to identify and pursue media coverage
Lead planning and coordination of events such as groundbreaking, team milestone celebrations, grand opening, etc.

Benefits

Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
Disability insurance
Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
401(k) Plan
Retirement Counseling
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Time Off (16 days)
Paid Holidays (9 days)
Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
Continuing Education Program
Professional Licensure and Society Memberships