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American Advertising Federation

Director, Corporate Communications

American Advertising Federation, Bellevue, Washington, us, 98009


Get to know The Pokémon Company InternationalThe Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.Get to know the roleJob Title: Director, Corporate Communications

Job Summary: The President's Office seeks a proven leader to execute impactful corporate communication strategies. Based in Bellevue, Washington, you will:Drive employee engagement:

Foster a sense of community, excitement, inspiration, and belonging for employees across our global offices.Build our corporate brand image:

Communicate our mission, values, and programs internally and externally to build TPCi's reputation as a strong employer and purpose-driven corporation.Manage crisis communication:

Partner with the crisis management team to protect TPCi's corporate brand image for internal and external audiences.

FLSA Classification (US Only): Exempt

People Manager: Yes

What you'll doResponsibilities for this role are categorized into three key areas:1) Internal Corporate Communications Leadership (Majority focus)Employee Experience Advocate:

Develop a deep understanding of TPCi's brand, culture, business plans, the global landscape, and employee perceptions.Internal Communication Strategist:

Lead our corporate communications function to amplify our company vision and objectives on behalf of our leadership.Global Communication Architect:

Employ global best practices to build, manage, and continually improve communication channels and tools for maximum effectiveness.Team Leader and Coach:

Build a best-in-class corporate communications team.Operational Efficiency Champion:

Be a positive change agent for leading operational communication improvements.Data-Driven Approach:

Leverage data and metrics to measure the impact of internal communication initiatives.Global Collaboration with The Pokémon Company, Japan:

Work with the Pokémon Company Japan PR team to create consistent employee messaging when necessary.2) External Communications LeadershipCompany Advocacy:

Manage and monitor all external corporate communication channels.Employer Branding & Business Storytelling:

Develop and execute communication strategy to showcase our history and achievements.3) Crisis Communications LeadershipSafeguard TPCi Reputation:

Partner with the crisis management team during critical events for internal and external audiences.The Impact you'll makeWithin 3 monthsRapid Immersion:

Gain a comprehensive understanding of TPCi and the Pokémon business.Stakeholder Alignment:

Build strong relationships across the organization.Within 6 monthsStrategic Impact:

Develop a long-term communication strategy aligned with TPCi's overall business objectives.Efficiency Enhancements:

Identify opportunities to streamline communication processes.Crisis Readiness:

Develop a comprehensive crisis communication system.Within 12 monthsCorporate Comms Team is Built for 2025 and Beyond:

Plan, design, and build the Corporate Communications Team.Data-Driven Decisions:

Implement clear metrics to track progress towards communication goals.What you'll bringSeasoned Communications Leader (12+ years):

Extensive experience in leading corporate communications strategies.Global Leadership (5+ years):

Proven ability to lead and mentor high-performing teams.Executive Presence:

Confident communication style.Global Audience Focus:

Ability to adapt communication styles across cultures.Data-driven approach:

Strong grasp of communication measurement principles.Transformation Champion:

Proven ability to drive transformational change.Industry Acumen:

Knowledgeable on industry best practices.Storytelling Expertise:

Strong ability to craft compelling narratives.Creative Visionary:

An entrepreneurial mindset.Strategic Influencer:

Proven record of influencing key business stakeholders.Thriving in Change:

Experience in fast-paced environments.Collaborative Builder:

Experienced at building strong global relationships.DEI&CSR Champion:

Experience amplifying DEI and CSR principles.Passionate About TPCi:

Aligned with TPCi's mission and values.Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, HRIS, and ATS.Language Fluency:

Fluency in Japanese or Spanish is a plus.Base salary range:

For this role, new hires generally start between $178,000 - $211,850. The full range is $178,000 - $267,000.How you'll be successfulPassion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand.Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity.Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect.Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain high standards.Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships.Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of stakeholders.What to expectAn employee first culture.Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.Competitive cash-based compensation programs.100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.Generous paid family leave.Employer-paid life insurance.Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.Fitness reimbursement.Commuter benefit.LinkedIn learning.Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.Hybrid work environment.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

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