What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator Corporate Communications position at SkyWest Airlines?
About SkyWest
SkyWest Airlines is looking for someone to be a champion of the SkyWest brand and culture. As a Coordinator Corporate Communications you will put your content creation and communication skills to work as you help in all aspects of SkyWest communication. The result is a rewarding opportunity to support the SkyWest brand, while learning many different facets of the SkyWest operation.
As a Coordinator Corporate Communications, you'll also enjoy:
The Communications Coordinator helps develop and support content and messaging that promotes and reflects SkyWest’s brand and culture to its internal and external publics. Must be collaborative and able to write meaningful, concise content for various communication channels, utilizing knowledge of current media platforms and technology to advance company messages. Will serve on media call rotation and as a champion of SkyWest brand and culture. This position is based in-office and is not a remote work role.
Primary Job Duties
SkyWest Airlines is looking for someone to be a champion of the SkyWest brand and culture. As a Coordinator Corporate Communications you will put your content creation and communication skills to work as you help in all aspects of SkyWest communication. The result is a rewarding opportunity to support the SkyWest brand, while learning many different facets of the SkyWest operation.
As a Coordinator Corporate Communications, you'll also enjoy:
- Rewarding, creative work
- Great team atmosphere
- Numerous growth opportunities within the company
- 401(k) match
- Performance Rewards and Profit Sharing
- Health care (medical, dental, and vision)
- Discounted and standby travel privileges worldwide for you and your family with all four of our major partners (Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines)
The Communications Coordinator helps develop and support content and messaging that promotes and reflects SkyWest’s brand and culture to its internal and external publics. Must be collaborative and able to write meaningful, concise content for various communication channels, utilizing knowledge of current media platforms and technology to advance company messages. Will serve on media call rotation and as a champion of SkyWest brand and culture. This position is based in-office and is not a remote work role.
Primary Job Duties
- Develop and post content for various platforms, including but not limited to the company intranet, newsletters, external websites, blog and social media channels
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to develop and execute consistent messaging that advances the SkyWest brand
- Support SkyWest’s employee engagement efforts and our positive, team-focused culture
- Execute internal and external marketing communications plans, including assistance with employee events, school partner events, airport partners, pro-rate markets, news conferences, etc.
- Interface with SkyWest’s external community and school partners to develop and produce relevant SkyWest-branded marketing communications
- Assist with management of company-branded materials, including ordering and distribution logistics, and vendor relationships
- Produce and distribute news releases, fact sheets, bulletins, and media / corporate correspondence
- Serve as media spokesperson and champion of SkyWest, performing necessary internal research and analysis, and will rotate 24-hour on-call spokesperson responsibility
- Understand & be prepared to execute SkyWest’s crisis communications plan
- Serve as champion of SkyWest culture and brand by helping to advance our Corporate Giving initiatives and performing regular audits of all SkyWest brand content inside and outside the company
- Speak in front of various groups of people, including SkyWest employees and external media
- Understand, track and provide ongoing analysis and summaries of communications data to continually enhance SkyWest’s reputation and presence
- Serve as project manager as required
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent writing skills and the ability to produce quality content at a moment’s notice
- Strong research, writing and listening skills
- Applied understanding of technology, new trends and the latest in social/mobile innovation
- Attention to detail and focus on accuracy
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products
- Collaborative and able to unite numerous internal interests for the greater SkyWest good
- Able to maintain and execute an editorial calendar
- Proficient in AP Style
- Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field
- Work experience in communications, public relations, and/or marketing a plus
- Airline industry experience a plus
- Must currently reside in, or be willing to relocate to St. George, UT (this is not a remote position - the position will be located at SkyWest Headquarters in St. George, UT)
- Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time
- To apply, please complete the on-line application (qualified applicants will be contacted)
- This job posting may have an additional video interview requirement. Please monitor your email and junk folder for additional instructions.
