Communications Manager

Rocket Mortgage•Detroit, MI

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Bedrock is an award-winning real estate developer focused on comprehensive city building initiatives in Detroit and Cleveland. Its work includes creating iconic cityscapes, rehabilitating historic properties, and making space for the community—all with the philosophy to operate for more than profit. Since 2011, Bedrock has invested and committed more than $7.5 billion to develop and restore more than 140 properties, totaling over 21 million square feet of office, retail, residential, hospitality, industrial, data centers and parking. In 2024, Bedrock was named one of the world’s Most Innovative Companies by Fast Company. For additional information about Bedrock, please visit bedrockdetroit.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , LinkedIn and X . POSITION SUMMARY The Communications Manager supports the development and implementation of Bedrock’s communication strategy aligned with business goals. Responsibilities include drafting communications plans, messaging, talking points, press releases, media advisories and pitches to inform, engage and secure earned media coverage. The Manager is proactive, focused and organized with the ability to drive media relations campaigns and other communications initiatives including but not limited to media monitoring and reporting, award submissions, speaking engagements, PR event planning and execution and more.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism or related field or equivalent education, training and experience
5-10 years of communications or public relations experience, ideally within real estate or development
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and organization
Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Desire to work both independently and collaboratively

Responsibilities

Develop and manage communications plans for Bedrock projects, initiatives and milestones.
Create, edit and distribute impactful written content including press releases, pitches and narratives that further define and build upon Bedrock’s mission and vision; develop media kit materials that are aligned with and incorporate approved messaging.
Conduct media outreach to secure ongoing, positive earned press coverage.
Cultivate media relationships to ensure consistent engagement with relevant local, regional and national media.
Develop messaging, talking points and/or media statements, as needed.
Lead planning, execution and promotion of PR events; provide on-site management at PR events or company engagements, as required.
Work collaboratively across teams to identify and align project priorities and strategies.
Compile reporting and provide analysis of Bedrock coverage based on key communication metrics; monitor and distribute Bedrock related media coverage.
Generate award submissions.
Vet and coordinate speaking engagements.