Communications Manager

Strata Careers•Durham, NC

About The Position

This role is critical to advancing brand presence, stakeholder engagement, and corporate messaging across multiple channels and audiences. You will work collaboratively with the Marketing Director, senior leaders and a dedicated PR agency partner to develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies that support our business objectives and strengthen our position in the renewable energy sector.

Requirements

5-7 years of professional communications, PR, or marketing experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate complex topics into clear, compelling messaging
Demonstrated success developing and executing communications strategies
Strong media relations experience and success in securing media coverage
Experience managing content across multiple channels and formats
Proficiency with communications tools and platforms (CMS, social media, email marketing)
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Experience working collaboratively with external agencies
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field

Nice To Haves

2+ years in energy, utilities, sustainability, or related B2B industries
Experience in the renewable energy, cleantech, or environmental sector
Knowledge of clean energy policy, technology, or market dynamics
Experience with thought leadership development and executive communications
Crisis communications or media relations experience
Experience with measurement and analytics for communications programs

Responsibilities

Collaborate with our PR agency partner to identify communications opportunities, manage media relationships, and shape narrative around company initiatives
Develop and execute integrated communications strategies and plans aligned with company objectives and brand positioning
Provide strategic counsel to leadership on communications implications of business decisions
Serve as primary media liaison; manage journalist relationships and media inquiries
Coordinate with PR agency to place company stories, thought leadership articles, and executive bylines in relevant industry and mainstream publications
Develop press releases, media kits, and other communications materials
Prepare executives for media interviews and appearances
Create and distribute internal communications that keep employees informed and aligned with company vision and objectives
Partner with HR on internal channels including newsletters, intranet content, and team briefings
Support employee engagement initiatives and company culture communications
Develop targeted communications for key stakeholders including customers, regulators, community partners, and investors
Manage content for social media and digital platforms
Support event communications and corporate responsibility initiatives
Create compelling, clear, and accurate communications content across formats (written, video, digital)
Develop talking points, FAQs, and educational materials on complex clean energy topics for priority stakeholders
Manage brand messaging consistency across all communications
Partner effectively with PR agency to leverage their expertise and resources
Brief agency partners on company objectives, market conditions, and strategic priorities
Review and approve agency recommendations and deliverables
Manage communications budget and PR agency contracts with Marketing Director
Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and stakeholder sentiment
Coordinate rapid-response communications strategies when needed
Manage organizational reputation in digital and traditional channels