Senior Manager, Strategic Communications

NBCUniversal•New York, NY

4h•$100,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

You will shape and execute strategic communications for the NBCUniversal Advertising & Partnerships division across product communications, perspectives & insights, and executive communications & platforms. It translates internal intelligence and innovation into external influence, elevating how the division shows up across the media and advertising landscape.

Requirements

6+ years of communications experience with at least 3 of those years in the executive communications space (pitching speaking engagements, drafting award submissions, securing research-backed thought leadership opportunities, and prepping/media training senior level executives)
Highly collaborative team player with the ability to execute proactive communications strategies, manage multiple workstreams, and adapt quickly in a fast‑paced environment with little direction.
Strong relationships with event programmers and press in the media, advertising, marketing, business, sports, tech and/or financial markets.
Familiarity with advertising and media conference circuit (CES, SXSW, NewFront, Upfront, Cannes Lions, Advertising Week)
Highly organized individual with experience managing a calendar of events and awards with multiple deadlines and budgets
Exceptional writing skills, with experience drafting op-eds, white papers, press releases, speeches, abstracts and award submissions.
Ability to handle confidential information with care and professionalism.
Proactive team-player with the ability to execute tasks with precision.
Proven ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated interest and ability to integrate AI into workflows
NY-Based with ability to travel domestically and internationally; this role may occasionally require extended hours to meet deadlines or support key events.
Bachelor’s degree

Nice To Haves

Experience or demonstrated interest working in advertising sales, media, or a related B2B environment
Experience working in a matrixed organization, with strong cross‑functional collaboration skills and an enterprise mindset aligned to broader business goals
Experience working directly with senior executives or spokespeople
Strong interest in media, culture, and the advertising landscape, and a passion for NBCUniversal’s portfolio and iconic IP

Responsibilities

Support communications for NBCUniversal’s advertising technology, platforms, and product innovation
Translate complex technical concepts and advancements into press- and client-ready narratives
Contribute to proactive media strategies aligned with business priorities
Partner with product, technology, marketing, and strategy teams to ensure communications are accurate and relevant
Identify and shape data-led perspectives grounded in industry trends, advertiser behavior, and market dynamics
Partner with research, measurement, and strategy teams to surface newsworthy insights
Translate insights into op-eds, white papers, research-driven press releases, and other external-facing thought leadership
Contribute to an editorial calendar aligned with priority themes and industry conversations
Maintain high standards for writing and editing across all communications assets
Guide speaking engagement participation by vetting inbound requests, pitching session ideas, drafting abstracts, and identifying award and editorial opportunities
Prepare executives for public appearances by writing briefing documents, talking points, and social copy
Manage event logistics, including staffing red carpets and providing on-site speaker support
Support executive media training and preparation tailored to individual leaders and moments
Track industry trends and manage a detailed calendar of speaking engagements, events, awards, special issues, and editorial opportunities
Support executive digital and social presence through the development of themes and narratives
Contribute to content planning for the division’s owned social platforms
Support the development and execution of NBCUniversal-owned content formats, including executive podcasts, video series, and salon-style convenings
Ensure executive messaging across platforms aligns with business priorities and industry conversations