Manager, Strategic Communications

NBCUniversal•New York, NY

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

NBCUniversal Media Group is seeking a Manager of Strategic Communications to help tell the stories behind the products, technology, data and innovation powering the future of entertainment. The role supports external communications across Product, Technology, Growth and Decision Sciences, translating complex technical capabilities, product advancements and data-driven insights into compelling narratives for business, technology and consumer audiences. The manager will be a hands-on contributor, helping shape how NBCUniversal communicates its technology and innovation story. The position partners with senior communications leaders and subject matter experts to develop proactive external communications strategies, create high-impact materials, support executive thought leadership and engage with media. It also involves collaborating across the business, tracking developments in technology and entertainment, and managing multiple communications workstreams. The position currently follows a hybrid schedule, requiring work from the office at least four days per week; the company may change in-office requirements.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in communications, product communications, technology communications, strategic storytelling or a related field.
Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, including the ability to make complex, technical or data-heavy subjects understandable and relevant to broad audiences.
Ability to develop press releases, executive messaging, longer-form narratives and strategic communications plans.
Strong understanding of technology and its business impact; intellectual curiosity and ability to engage with technical experts and quickly grasp products, platforms and technologies.
Experience working with senior executives and cross-functional teams, with the professionalism and judgment to navigate high-visibility initiatives and stakeholders at all levels.
Strong communications instincts and understanding of earned media, newsworthiness, story framing and audience-specific messaging.
Excellent judgment, organization and project management skills, including the ability to navigate ambiguity, competing priorities and a fast-moving, matrixed environment.
Collaborative and proactive approach, with an interest in learning, asking questions and building relationships across disciplines.
Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, business, technology or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience communicating about consumer technology, enterprise technology, digital products, data or innovation.
Direct experience working with reporters.
Experience in media, entertainment or streaming.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Director and SVP of Strategic Communications to develop and execute proactive external communications strategies that elevate NBCUniversal's technology capabilities, product innovation and business priorities.
Write and edit press releases, communications plans, messaging frameworks, FAQs, executive talking points, speeches, presentations and other communications materials for different audiences.
Work with subject matter experts across Product, Technology, Growth and Decision Sciences to identify stories, sharpen messages and prepare leaders for external opportunities.
Support executive thought leadership, speaking engagements, industry conferences and awards, including identifying opportunities, developing submissions, preparing executives and supporting events.
Manage press inquiries and develop relationships with reporters covering technology, business, data, innovation and entertainment.
Identify fresh angles and opportunities to bring NBCUniversal's innovation stories to market.
Collaborate with communications colleagues and cross-functional partners to align technology and product narratives with company priorities and major milestones.
Follow developments in consumer and enterprise technology, data, AI, streaming and digital experiences, and identify trends and opportunities for storytelling.
Manage multiple communications workstreams, deadlines and processes with attention to detail and sound judgment.