Communications & Social Media Specialist

United Launch Alliance

About The Position

United Launch Alliance is hiring! We are seeking a creative and strategic digital communication specialist to join our Strategic Communications team. ULA’s Communications team supports internal and external communications, including launch communications, media, social media, advertising, website, intranet, employee meetings and various internal and external events. This individual will be based in our Cape Canaveral and work closely with team members in, Colorado and Florida as well as executives and site leadership throughout the company. The Communications Specialist position supports digital communications, content creation and monitoring across channels including external websites and social media.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations marketing or related field from an accredited college or university
Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends and best practices
Experience developing multi-platform, multi-faceted content calendars
Fluency with writing and editing AP Style
Ability to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Experience with digital marketing metrics/reporting
Ability to work with a team in different time zones located across the country
Availability to work occasional nights and weekends as launch schedule and events dictate
Travel expected up to 10% of the time to support launch and events
Minimum of 2 years of related work experience
Minimum of 4 years of related work experience (Level 3)
Experience translating complex and technical messages across multiple channels, including press releases, web/Intranet, social media and talking points (Level 3)
Experience with analyzing digital marketing metrics (Level 3)

Nice To Haves

Brand social media experience, including direct posting and community management
Experience in aerospace social media communications
Shooting photos and/or video
Background in website content platform management
Experience working with digital influencers
Media relations experience
Experience with Meltwater, Sprout Social or similar social media management and analytic tools

Responsibilities

Manage ULA’s social media content calendar, including developing, coordinating and organizing content, researching background information and securing appropriate media/multimedia content
Post to ULA’s social media channels and develop/secure approval for responses
Plan and execute strategic communications plans targeting key stakeholders, including media, digital influencers, thought leaders, influencers, suppliers and the public
Monitor news and social media, providing quick “heads up” updates to the team and appropriate leadership as well as compiling social and traditional media monitoring reports and metrics
Support ULA’s overall media strategy