Communications Coordinator

This position supports the public relations and communication efforts of the Greater OKC Chamber through content development, tactical support and coordination in alignment with the organization’s overall goals and objectives. The Marketing & Communications Division uses an integrated marketing approach which is highly collaborative and allows team members to develop subject matter expertise across a wide range of marketing and communication skillsets, including media relations, content writing, digital asset management, digital marketing, advertising and event planning. The Communications Coordinator will directly report to the Media Relations Manager, but indirectly support projects led by others in the division. 

• Serves as support for developing earned media and communications strategy to promote Oklahoma City to media and social media influencers at tradeshows and other pitching efforts. 
• Assists with identifying and vetting media and social influencers that fit within target persona and communication goals. Build and maintain relationships with journalists, social influencers and local partners. Work with local partners to coordinate media visits, including itinerary development and hosting, as appropriate. 
• Assists with drafting and disseminating news releases, helps maintain media section of websites and works with team to coordinate media requests and interviews.   
• Regularly contributes to print and digital channels through writing, visual storytelling and content planning for blogs, publications, e-newsletters and website.  
• Supports maintenance of photo and video library both on external media websites and within internal databases.   
• Assists with coordinating earned and paid media efforts. 
• Assists with ordering and maintaining inventory of promotional products.  
• Provides assistance with event planning.

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, strategic communications, journalism or related field.  
• One to two years’ experience in a professional environment performing similar duties OR equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
• Ability to write in journalistic style, AP style preferred with experience writing news releases.
• Excellent written and verbal skills, as well as high attention to detail and responsiveness,
• Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated strong project, time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Willingness to work a flexible work schedule.